Cartagena Hosts the 13th Human Rights Film Festival in August
The 13th International Human Rights Film Festival brings free screenings to Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, on 12-14 August 2026.
August 5, 2026Section
Colombia News in English
Colombia news in English from The Rio Times — Bogotá politics, economy, peace process and culture.
Medellín’s Free Plaza Gardel Music Nights During Flower Festival
Medellín's Feria de las Flores 2026 runs July 31-Aug 9, with free themed music nights at Plaza Gardel and the...
August 5, 2026
Bancolombia Parent Cibest Buys 100% of Fintech Avista
Grupo Cibest, the holding company of Colombia's Bancolombia, closed its 100% purchase of Avista, a silver-economy payroll-lending fintech.
August 5, 2026
Carlos Rivera’s ¡Vida México! Hits Bogotá’s Movistar Arena
Mexican singer Carlos Rivera will play Bogotá's Movistar Arena on October 2, 2026, on his '¡Vida México!' Tour. Date, venue...
August 5, 2026
Colombia’s ‘Sábados Felices’ Creator Alfonso Lizarazo Dies at 85
Alfonso Lizarazo, the Colombian TV pioneer who created the comedy show 'Sábados Felices,' has died at 85. A look at...
August 5, 2026
Colombia Exports Jump 14.2% to US$27.8 Billion in First Half
Colombia's exports rose 14.2% to US$27.8 billion in the first half of 2026, DANE said, led by oil, coal and...
August 5, 2026
Colombia’s Fuel-Supply Time Bomb as Imports Near 50%
Colombia's ACP warns of a fuel-supply time bomb as gasoline and diesel imports climb, El Niño lifts demand and the...
August 5, 2026
Illegal Gold in Colombia Now Rivals Coffee at US$3.5 Billion
A Universidad EAFIT study says Colombia's illegal gold moves about US$3.5 billion a year, now comparable to the country's coffee...
August 5, 2026
49.7% Win Passes Audit as Colombia Swears in New President
An international runoff audit found no fraud in Colombia's 2026 vote as president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella is sworn in...
August 5, 2026