Government figures on land restitution have been branded “misleading” over apparent discrepancies between the target set by President Juan Manuel Santos and estimates released by the Ministry of Agriculture (MADR).…
Former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe has sent a team of lawyers to Panama to defend his ex-spy chief, amid calls for her extradition to face charges over illegal wiretapping. The…
The guerrilla presence along the Colombia-Venezuela border will be discussed during upcoming meetings between the two governments, reported Radio Caracol Thursday. The discussions, in which defense ministers of both countries…
Two former Colombian guerrillas made a historic visit to the Palace of Justice Wednesday, where their group took part in a bloody siege 26 years ago, reported El Espectador. Mayor…
The Colombian film “Choco” has been selected to be shown at the Berlin International Film Festival, organizers confirmed Wednesday. Appearing in the festival’s Panorama category, “Choco” is the debut film…
Colombian soccer team Once Caldas were beaten 1-0 away to Brazilian club Internacional in the first leg of the first stage of the Copa Libertadores Wednesday. The only goal of…
Former Colombian Senator Piedad Cordoba said Wednesday she does “not rule out running for the Presidency” despite a ruling that bars her from holding any public office until 2028. Cordoba…
Colombian refugees in Ecuador face discrimination and an uncertain future, according to accounts newly-published in America’s Quarterly. But despite their hardships, the majority prefer to remain in the country rather…
Colombia’s Supreme Court has announced the election of a new president of the Criminal Chamber Wednesday, reported El Espectador. Following his unanimous election by fellow judges, Jose Leonidas Bustos is…