Shakira pledges to rebuild education in Colombia following the earthquake

Global solidarity with Colombia after the devastating earthquake

In a humanitarian gesture reflecting her deep connection to her homeland, international star Shakira has announced her commitment to build 10 new schools in the areas most affected by the recent earthquake in Colombia. This step comes as the country seeks to overcome the aftermath of this natural disaster, which has left behind severe material and human damage.

Heavy economic losses and international appeals

At the governmental level, the Colombian President estimated the economic losses incurred by the country due to the earthquake at approximately $9.6 billion, a figure that reflects the scale of the destruction to infrastructure. In an attempt to contain the crisis, Colombian authorities have requested that the US administration, led by Donald Trump, suspend customs duties as an additional step to ease the financial burden on the state during the recovery phase.

Widespread humanitarian response

Support was not limited to individual initiatives, but extended to international and regional assistance. The United Arab Emirates, under the guidance of its leadership, has allocated a sum of $10 million to contribute to relief efforts for those affected by the earthquake and to provide for the basic needs of families who lost their homes.

Shakira: The voice of Colombia on the international stage

During an emotional field visit, Shakira stressed that her presence there is not just to provide material assistance, but to draw the world’s attention to the tragedy the residents are living through. The star emphasized the importance of education in these circumstances, considering the construction of schools the surest way to restore hope to affected children and build a better future for the regions destroyed by the earthquake.