Wayúu leader Javier Rojas explains how corruption and open-pit mining exacerbate a critical water shortage in Colombia’s La Guajira department.
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Havana’s litmus test for peace
In an historic initiative from Havana, both FARC and Government commit to begin clearing Colombia of landmines.
U.S–Cuba: Traps to normalization
Canada’s former Ambassador to Cuba looks at the challenges the U.S and Cuba will face as relations begin to thaw.
Disagree to agree?
Can President Santos reconcile his differences with Senator Uribe? or is there a conspiracy to keep these leaders divided?
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.
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.
The peace talks, redefined
The polarization regarding the future of the Havana peace talks runs deep as Colombians head to the polls Sunday.
Looking toward Russia
As far-right parties increase their clout in the European Union, they often look to Putin’s Russia for ideological inspiration.
Elections: ‘Hacker-Gate’
A series of political slanders, resignations, and a video “hacker” have shaken the Colombian election race to its very core.
Elections: Closing the gap
As the presidential election race enters the final weeks, Santos tries to convince Colombians that his policies have worked.
Elections 2014: The Candidates
The first round of presidential elections will be held May 25th. Meet the candidates who need more more than fifty percent of the vote.
Gustavo Petro returns as Mayor of Bogotá
After 34 days out of power, Gustavo Petro returns to the Liévano Palace as Mayor of Bogotá after a decisive court ruling.
Mexico: The popularity contest
Polls show Mexico’s Enrique Peña Nieto’s popularity is dwindling despite efforts to implement a series of policy reforms.
Opinion: Is the world prepared for Russian expansionism and a strategic Putin?
As troops advance towards Ukraine’s eastern border how will the U.S and Western Europe react to Russia’s dangerous gambit?
Aracataca: Elections in a deep Macondian slumber
Richard McColl looks at political transparency in Colombia during an election year. What is driving voter disengagement and apathy?
Petro’s dismissal: Kamikaze politics
Embattled Bogotá mayor Gustavo Petro faced a resounding legal defeat after the Council of State upheld the verdict for his dismissal.