Colombia Earthquake Kills Dozens as De la Espriella Faces His First Crisis
A magnitude 7.4 Colombia earthquake near San José del Palmar killed at least 69 people and shut six airports, testing...
August 10, 2026Section
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Colombia news in English from The Rio Times — Bogotá politics, economy, peace process and culture.
Bread and Dessert Festival Bogotá: Free Food Fair Hits El Country Park
The bread and dessert festival Bogotá returns to Parque El Country from 15-17 August 2026. Free entry, 70+ vendors, and...
August 10, 2026
Debora Arango Exhibition Opens in Medellín With 118 Works
The Debora Arango exhibition at Medellín's Museo de Antioquia now offers a permanent room with 118 works. Here is what...
August 10, 2026
Colombia’s COLCAP Index Climbed 43% in a Year as Financials Overtook Oil
Colombia's MSCI COLCAP rose 43% year-on-year in April 2026 as financials replaced oil as the index driver.
August 10, 2026
US Pledges US$1 Billion Security Aid to Colombia in Major Reset
US security aid to Colombia: Washington pledges US$1 billion under new President de la Espriella, with trade and drug-policy shifts...
August 10, 2026
Colombia Gas Import Terminal Lands New Floating LNG Ship
The Colombia gas import terminal is expanding as Excelerate brings a floating LNG unit in 2027 and Ecopetrol pushes its...
August 10, 2026
Colombia Security: Hardline Era Begins Amid Southwest Violence
Colombia security shifts under new hardline president. Car bomb and drone attacks in the southwest signal a tougher approach. Travel...
August 10, 2026
Colombia’s 2027 Budget Reaches Congress With A US$9.5bn Gap
Colombia's 2027 national budget reaches Congress with a financing gap, setting up a fiscal fight under President Gustavo Petro.
August 9, 2026
What Changes For Nequi Borrowers In Colombia After September 2026
Nequi becomes an independent financing company on 1 September 2026. Existing loan terms, rates and payments stay the same for...
August 9, 2026