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Colombian Newspapers List, Top Spanish & English News Sources in Colombia

Colombia Colombia's dynamic newspaper industry is anchored by Spanish-language giants El Tiempo (centrist) and El Espectador (liberal), the nation's most influential Colombian newspapers delivering comprehensive political and economic coverage. English-speaking audiences can access The City Paper (Bogotá) for local news in English, while Colombia Reports provides in-depth analysis of national affairs.

Regional powerhouses like El Colombiano (Medellín) and El País (Cali) offer strong local perspectives, complemented by business-focused La República. Digital-native platforms such as Pacifista! (peace journalism) and La Silla Vacía (political analysis) are redefining investigative reporting. Though Spanish dominates, niche publications serve diverse communities, including The Bogotá Post for expats.

From Andean trade policies to Caribbean cultural festivals, Colombian newspapers combine rigorous journalism with vibrant storytelling across print and digital formats, maintaining one of Latin America's most resilient media ecosystems despite historical challenges.

Table of Contents:

English-Language Publications

  • The Bogotá Post

    Founded in 2014, The Bogotá Post is Colombia’s leading English-language newspaper, offering news, culture, and expat guides from Bogotá. It’s a top resource for travelers and foreign residents.

  • Colombia Reports

    Launched in 2008, Colombia Reports provides independent English-language coverage of politics, business, and conflict. Based in Medellín, it’s known for its deep dives into Colombian society.

  • El Tiempo (English Section)

    The English section of Colombia’s most-read newspaper, El Tiempo (founded in 1911), translates top stories on politics, economy, and culture for global audiences.

Spanish-Language Publications (Major National Newspapers)

  • El Tiempo

    Colombia’s largest newspaper, founded in 1911 in Bogotá, El Tiempo is known for its centrist editorial stance and comprehensive national coverage.

  • El Espectador

    Established in 1887, El Espectador is Colombia’s oldest newspaper, renowned for investigative journalism, progressive views, and Nobel laureate Gabriel García Márquez’s early work.

  • Semana

    A leading news magazine since 1982, Semana is famous for its in-depth political analysis, scandals, and coverage of Colombia’s armed conflict.

  • La República

    Founded in 1954, La República focuses on business, finance, and economic policies, catering to professionals in Bogotá and beyond.

  • El Colombiano

    Since 1912, Medellín’s most influential paper covers industry, politics, and culture with a conservative perspective.

  • El Heraldo

    Based in Barranquilla since 1933, it focuses on regional news, Carnival, and Caribbean culture, with a regional focus.

  • Portafolio

    Since 1998, Colombia’s premier business newspaper covers markets, trade, and economic trends from Bogotá.

Regional & Local Newspapers

  • El País (Cali)

    Founded in 1950, Cali’s top newspaper, covering Valle del Cauca’s industry, sports, and Pacific coast affairs.

  • El Universal (Cartagena)

    Since 1918, Cartagena’s historic daily, reporting on tourism, politics, and Caribbean culture.

  • Vanguardia Liberal

    Since 1919 in Bucaramanga, focusing on oil, agriculture, and Andean region developments.

  • El Nuevo Día (Ibagué)

    Founded in 1973, Tolima’s main source, covering music festivals and coffee production.

  • La Opinión (Cúcuta)

    Since 1938, key border-region paper reporting on Venezuela relations, smuggling, and Norte de Santander politics.

Digital-Only & Alternative News Sites

  • La Silla Vacía

    Founded in 2009, La Silla Vacía offers sharp political analysis, power mappings, and corruption investigations.

  • Pacifista!

    Since 2015, covers peace, conflict, FARC reintegration, coca crops, and human rights in rural Colombia.

  • Cerosetenta

    By Universidad de los Andes since 2014, combines data analysis with storytelling on inequality and urban issues.

  • Rutas del Conflicto

    Since 2015, maps armed conflict via interactive timelines and victim testimonies, winning awards.

    • El Turbión

    Since 2012, investigates corruption, labor rights, and environmental conflicts, independent Bogotá outlet.

Economic & Business Publications

  • Dinero

    Since 1994, Colombia’s top business magazine covering entrepreneurship, startups, and economic trends.

  • La Nota Económica

    Founded in 1985, a niche financial magazine analyzing banking, taxes, and investments.

  • Bloomberg Línea Colombia

    Since 2021, Bloomberg Línea’s Colombian branch reports on markets, CEOs, and local business news.

Cultural & Lifestyle Magazines

  • Arcadia

    Since 2005, Colombia’s top cultural magazine on literature, arts, and cinema, focusing on Latin American creators.

  • Cromos

    Founded in 1916, a historic lifestyle magazine covering celebrities, fashion, and society events.

  • SoHo

    Since 1999, a men’s magazine known for interviews, satire, and pop culture coverage.

  • Jet-Set

    Since 2000, luxury lifestyle magazine highlighting high-end travel, gastronomy, and social scenes in Bogotá and Medellín.

Sports & Specialized Media

  • Antena 2

    Popular sports radio network with digital platform, focusing on football, especially Millonarios vs. Nacional rivalry.

  • Gol Caracol

    Caracol TV’s sports division, offering live scores, Liga BetPlay updates, and World Cup coverage since 1998.

  • Fútbol Red

    Since 2010, football news site with match analyses, transfer rumors, and Colombia’s national team coverage.

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Note: This is an online newspapers and news media directory. All information is reliable but not guaranteed and should be verified personally.