In an emotionally-charged campaign before the October 2 plebiscite, Colombians will have their say and the world will listen.
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Editorial: The two Colombias
Even though the proposed date of July 20 is approaching for the final signing of the peace agreement with FARC, the bilateral ceasefire last month essentially sealed the end of a half century conflict.
Editorial: ‘En Hora Buena’
As FARC and the Colombian government tie up loose ends on a four-year long peace process, the future of talks with the ELN remains more uncertain than ever.
With Latin America in crisis, Colombia prepares for spotlight
Colombia prepares for an historic moment even as Latin American neighbors struggle with crises both natural and manmade.
What it’s like to have Chikungunya, a muscle-paralysing virus?
COVID-19 turned pandemic, but four years ago, another virus – ChikV – ravaged South America with severe debilitating neurological symptoms to the infected.
Colombia struggles with peace fatigue
After four years of peace talks — and with more in the works — Colombia struggles to combat “peace fatigue” and keep hopes up.
Editorial: Colombia, you have been warned
Zika, pesos, peace and highways pose challenges and opportunities for Colombia this month.
Editorial: Deep water, deeper pockets and post-conflict Colombia
In the new year, get to know Bogotá better, enjoy booming food and cultural scenes, squirrel away some pesos and prepare for Colombia’s post-conflict era.
Editorial: Covering the bases of 2015
After a challenging 2015, Colombia can look toward peace, an even weaker peso, a some ambitious pothole mending in Bogotá.
La Guajira: Drought and corruption among the Wayúu
As an extended drought kills cattle and creates food and water shortages, La Guajira’s crisis is deeply rooted in corruption.