Stories from Colombia

Armed groups in San Andresito and Cauca decided to stop operations this week. The groups cited extortion as the reason making it unviable for local businesses to sell fuel. The decision follows recent security alarms raised in the region.

Julio, known as alias Patasco, a commander of the FARC's Front 57, has been captured. He was identified as a suspect in recent terrorist attacks, including the burning of six vehicles in the municipalities of Turan.

Colombian authorities captured Julio, known as alias Patasco, a leader of the FARC dissident Front 57. He is accused of committing recent terrorist attacks. The capture occurred at 8:28 AM.

An ongoing insolvency process is causing concern among gas supply companies in Colombia. Affected entities include Sur de Gas, Gases de la Guajira, Gases del Caribe, Petro Mil Gas, Gases de Oriente, and El Colombia. The potential suspension of contracts is a primary concern for the industry, according to the report. The situation is creating uncertainty within the national energy sector. The situation is generating worry within the domestic energy sector. Insecurity in several regions is causing concerns regarding potential job losses. Affected areas include Nariño, Cauca, Valle del Cauca, and the Catatumbo zone in Norte de Santander. David Jiménez of the Somos Más group, which represents fuel station owners, addressed the impact on sales stations.

The Magdalena government plans to construct 150 university campuses to serve interior and rural municipalities. The initiative includes providing students with food, transportation, and educational salaries to prevent dropouts.

The electoral census for upcoming elections is nearing completion with approximately 41.5 million people eligible to vote. The final number of voters will be established tomorrow. This definitive figure will determine the total number of polling stations and ballot cards to be printed. The census is being finalized to prepare for the first presidential round. The source noted that increasing participation by even 0.5 to 1 percent is difficult in Latin America. Voter participation in Colombia increased by 3 percent, according to Caracol Radio. This rise is described as a reflection of the democratic will of the country's citizens. The Colombian Registrar's Office released the definitive census figures for the upcoming presidential elections. A total of 41,421,973 Colombians are currently eligible to vote in the next election cycle. The announcement was reported by Karen Borke.

A Spanish company provided software used during the March 8 elections in Colombia. The European Union described the elections as democratic, efficient, and well-executed. The software was used for the consolidation of results with the participation of the National Civil Registry.

Observers in Colombia are requesting access to source code to allow auditors, political parties, and authorities to verify the logic and ensure no irregularities exist. The software used to manage the March 8 elections in Peru is now available to the National Electoral Council (CNE) for consolidation. The software was also utilized in Peru's registry processes. The report notes the software's role in the consolidation of electoral data. A company has closed its operations in Colombia as of April 30. The closure follows the company losing 60% of its business to Ecuador. Employees reported being left without work because the company no longer had the margin to continue operations. A company has entered liquidation and ceased operations in Colombia, resulting in the loss of approximately 140 jobs.

Francisco Mosquera won three gold medals and set a Pan-American record in the 65kg category. Roelis Galviz won a silver medal in the snatch at 53kg. John Jairo Serna earned two bronze medals in the 60kg category.

Colombia plans to appoint 100,000 teachers to support integral formation schools. These schools will focus on music, sports, art, technology, and coexistence to extend the school day. The initiative will also provide food and transportation to all students.