Two Colombian youngsters are a YouTube sensation with original songs in Embera and an affirmation of pride of their indigenous heritage.
Towns with little state presence, such as La Macarena, Meta, must fend for their economic prosperity in an era of post-conflict.
A gathering at high altitude in the Sumapaz brought together indigenous representatives from across Colombia to tribute Mother Nature.
Colombia’s indigenous Wayúu struggle to survive in the harsh but beautiful La Guajira peninsula.
While Colombia commemorates Día del Idioma, more than 65 native and creole languages are still spoken in parts of the country.
In the heart of Colombia’s Vaupés department, Mitú strives to reach a balance between tradition and tourism.
A document drafted by 500 indigenous groups in Colombia’s Caquetá department demands a role in policy decision-making.
Seeking to heal the “Heart of the World” from the lingering impact of Columbus’ invasion, indigenous communities closed Tayrona National Park for November.
After spending more than a year with the Elders of the Sierra Nevada, author John Lundin is set to release a much anticipated work.
A retrospective of painter Carlos Jacanamijoy’s work embraces indigenous identity with abstract references to memory.
Kindi Llajtu uses colour to create an “absence” of light. The artist employs the abstract with ancestral techniques.
Huitoto fishermen use traditional techniques and simple tools to capture large fish in raging rivers.
The Jepírachi wind farm in La Guajira brings modernization into conflict with a traditional way of life.
Only recently discovered, the nomadic Nukak Makú endured the nation’s conflict and many live in refugee camps.
Angel Martinéz dedicated more than two decades researching the lost Panche culture which flourished along the banks of the Magdalena valley.
In retrospect, a chance run-in with a shaman in Chocó may have saved Benjamin Guez from a nastier bout of malaria.