Transport in Bogotá: The first big issue in the 2023 elections

In our new series focusing on the runup to the local elections, we’re looking at the biggest issues that whoever wins the race will have to tackle....

What Viva Air’s suspension of flights means for passengers

Ashim d'Silva on Unsplash Thousands of passengers were stranded at airports this week after Viva Air grounded its flights.  Colombia's...

Going underground? Petro threatens to derail Bogotá Metro plans

As the president and mayor battle it out, the future of Bogotá’s long-awaited metro line is once again in doubt. Petro has been pushing for an...

The Buzz: Fins, fungus and failing friends

Our regular roundup of Colombian news that went global. Popular in China: Shark fins from Colombia. Photo: Unsplash. With amigos like...

Traffic Update: Accidents down

Accidents dramatically down in Semana Santa, and changes to ‘Pico y Placa’ [caption id="attachment_13436" align="alignnone" width="600"]...