The fourteenth day of protest will see a third national strike
Strike leaders announce ‘El Paro sigue’ after meeting with the government does not reach consensus on key issues.
‘The state wants to silence us’
Steven Gutiérrez was an eyewitness to the fatal wounding of Dilan Cruz, a young student shot with anti-riot ammunition by ESMAD. Since denouncing the attack Gutiérrez has received death threats. He speaks to The Bogotá Post.
Latin America rises up in unison
As the Cacerolazo Latinoamericano calls for equality and human rights in the region, one of the Chilean activists who joined in jokes that Colombians ‘have more rhythm.’
In numbers: 8 days of the Colombian protests
The country has seen over a week of mass protests. We wrap up the national strike so far with some interesting numbers.
Colombia’s strike leaders tell the government to listen
Representatives of the National Strike Committee say strikes will continue and ask president Duque to listen to the demands of the country.
Duque proposes Gran Conversación Nacional
In an effort to stem the tide of protest, President Duque has laid out plans for four months of national conversations.
Bogotá protests: How was it for you?
As the protests in Bogotá enter a fourth day of high tensions, we’ve heard a lot of stories from around the city.
ESMAD shooting leaves student in critical condition
A young protestor was struck by a grenade on Saturday night, leaving him fighting for his life
Bogotá curfew: What happened on Friday night?
Bogotá Curfew: Friday 22 November saw a whirlwind of news hit Bogotá, both true and false, we try to give some context to what happened.
Cacerolazos: Reclaim the calles
Out and about in last night’s cacerolazos as spontaneous demonstrations break out across the country.