Africa Expands Trade Ties with Colombia and the Rest of Latin America

Africa Expands Trade Ties with Colombia and the Rest of Latin America

After years of effort, Colombia is beginning to expand its trade relations with Africa, thereby spurring the rest of Latin America as well. Credit: Andrea Puentes / Presidency of Colombia.Trade between Colombia and Africa recorded one of its strongest recent increases in 2025, with a sharp rise in n

Colombia’s Most In-Demand Digital Jobs in 2026: AI Leads the Shift

Colombia’s Most In-Demand Digital Jobs in 2026: AI Leads the Shift

Colombia faces a growing digital talent gap as AI skills drive demand for software developers and data analysts across all sectors in 2026. Professionals working on digital platforms. A new report ranks Colombia as the second-largest market for digital talent demand in Latin America and Iberia, thou

Colombia Confirms 69 Deaths in Military Plane Crash

Colombia Confirms 69 Deaths in Military Plane Crash

Colombia has confirmed 69 deaths in today’s military plane crash in the Amazon region of Putumayo, with approximately 58 people injured. Credit: @mindefensa / X.com.The air tragedy that occurred this Monday in southern Colombia has now left 69 confirmed deaths, in one of the worst recent accidents i

Colombia’s 35% Steel Tariff to Raise Housing Prices, Camacol Warns

Colombia’s 35% Steel Tariff to Raise Housing Prices, Camacol Warns

Colombia’s new 35% steel tariff under Decree 0264 will significantly raise housing prices. Construction workers on a building site. The Colombian Chamber of Construction (Camacol) warned that the government’s recent decision to raise the steel tariff to 35% will increase material costs and ultimatel

How to Buy a Used Car in Colombia as a Foreigner

How to Buy a Used Car in Colombia as a Foreigner

A complete guide for foreigners on how to buy a used car in Colombia, detailing RUNT checks, legal requirements, and necessary documents. A view of a green car’s side mirror. When buying a used car in Colombia as a foreigner, it is critical to verify the vehicle’s history through national databases

Karol G Launches ‘Baby Pelon’ to Support Children with Cancer

Karol G Launches ‘Baby Pelon’ to Support Children with Cancer

Karol G launches a “Baby Pelon” (bald baby) together with her Con Cora foundation to support children with cancer. The proceeds will be allocated to medical treatments. Credit: Nou Horta i Nou Torrenti, CC BY-NC 2.0 / FlickrColombian singer Karol G announced the launch of a charitable “Baby Pelon” (

Colombian Cyclist Nairo Quintana Announces his Retirement

Colombian Cyclist Nairo Quintana Announces his Retirement

The Colombian cyclist announced his retirement from professional cycling at the end of the 2026 season, with the Vuelta a España as his final race. Credit: Sum of Marc, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / FlickrColombian cyclist Nairo Quintana announced his retirement from professional cycling at the end of the 2026

Colombian Military Plane Crashes  With Over 100 Soldiers on Board

Colombian Military Plane Crashes With Over 100 Soldiers on Board

A Hercules aircraft similar to the one that fell in Putumayo, Colombia. Credit: FAC.A Colombian military plane carrying more than 100 soldiers crashed in the southern department of Putumayo on Monday, March 23, triggering a large-scale emergency response and raising urgent questions about the circum

Petro Says 4 Million Lifted Out of Poverty in Colombia During His Term

Petro Says 4 Million Lifted Out of Poverty in Colombia During His Term

President Petro once again claimed that his government had lifted 4 million people out of poverty in Colombia thanks to its public policies. Credit: Ovidio González / Presidency of Colombia.The president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, claims that during his term nearly four million people have been lif

Jobs That No Longer Exist: Occupations That Disappeared Over Time

Jobs That No Longer Exist: Occupations That Disappeared Over Time

Over time, several occupations once performed by humans have disappeared due to technological advances—one of them is the human alarm clock. Credit: Jack Delano, Public Domain / Wikimedia CommonsThroughout history, the world of work has evolved alongside technological advances, social transformation

Colombia imposes a 35% tariff on Chinese steel, which could impact housing

Colombia imposes a 35% tariff on Chinese steel, which could impact housing

Colombian government imposes 35% tariff on Chinese steel, raising concerns for housing sector. Credit: @RedAlaceroIn mid-November last year, Cartagena de Indias hosted steel industry leaders gathered at the Latin American Steel Association. Their message was unanimous: China is pursuing a strategy t