Towns with little state presence, such as La Macarena, Meta, must fend for their economic prosperity in an era of post-conflict.
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FARC commanders prepare for first post-conflict Congress
More than 200 FARC members are preparing their first post-conflcit congress in La Macarena.
Is Colombia’s peace vote a “bark and no bite” endgame?
The Final Accord has the capacity to catapult this nation to a peaceful future with FARC or plunge back to violence of the past. Millions to mobilise for the plebiscite.
Colombia’s De La Calle: “The war is over”
The bilateral ceasefire with goes officially goes into effect and Colombia’s chief negotiator announces “end of war.”
How high the cost of peace for Colombia?
Despite international pledges to help fund its many post-conflict programs, Colombia’s new economic reality means that paying for peace will not be easy.
Santos warns of return to “state of war” if peace deal rejected
Colombia’s President Juan Manuel Santos delivers a stern warning to his citizens, should the peace agreement with FARC be rejected by popular vote.
Colombia stands against violence, but women still at risk
On a day for speaking out against violence toward women, significant threats still remain for Colombia’s female population.
Medicinal maggots to the rescue
Can an ancient form of therapy become accepted as an alternative form of wound healing? A Colombian doctor wants maggots back in medicine.
The uncertain political future of FARC
Despite the historic handshake between FARC’s “Timochenko” and President Santos, Colombians remain skeptical over the guerrilla’s proposed political future.
Darien Gap: The last journey of Jan Philip Braunisch
Swedish traveler Jan Philip Braunisch ventured into the Darien Gap on an adventure which would end in tragedy.
Santos on FARC: “This is the war we want to end”
An attack by FARC rebels in Cauca which killed 11 soldiers could resume bombardments against camps and directly threatens the peace talks.
Is it everyone’s peace?
Colombians remain divided on many issues surrounding the peace process, such as transitional justice, land repatriation and impunity.
President Juan Manuel Santos embarks on his second term
Juan Manuel Santos takes office on Thursday for a second term in which domestic issues will be as critical as defining the peace accord with FARC.
Editorial: “A helping hand”
A Cold War posture in Crimea and pro-democracy protests in Venezuela are just two flash-points of news this month.
UK’s Hague and Santos commit to combating sexual violence
British Foreign Secretary William Hague came to Bogota to address the issue of sexual violence in conflict and lay out a framework for the June G8 Summit.
Colombia: Can a Tweet lead to peace?
The FARC increasingly use social media to connect with an audience. As peace talks advance, the guerrillas look hashtag trained.