NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 18, 2026Miami-Dade
Shakira commits to rebuilding 10 earthquake-damaged schools in Colombia
Singer Shakira pledged to fund the reconstruction of at least 10 schools in a remote region of western Colombia following a major earthquake. The commitment follows a recent seismic event that resulted in hundreds of fatalities.
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The pledge provides private funding for the restoration of educational infrastructure in a region impacted by a natural disaster.
Key Facts
- Shakira committed to rebuilding at least 10 schools.
- The schools are located in a remote region of western Colombia.
- The region was severely damaged by a recent earthquake.
- The earthquake resulted in hundreds of deaths.
Who's Mentioned
personShakira“Singer and philanthropist leading the school reconstruction project.”organizationFundación Pies Descalzos“Shakira's foundation focused on education in Colombia.”organizationHoward G. Buffett Foundation“Partner organization providing support for school reconstruction.”personAna Lucía Pineda“First Lady of Colombia associated with the 'Colombia, un corazón' fund.”locationColombia“Country where the earthquake occurred and schools will be rebuilt”organizationLive Nation“Organization pledging $500,000 for the cause.”other10“Number of schools committed for reconstruction”locationChocó“Province in Colombia affected by the earthquake.”organizationGlobal Citizen“Organization pledging $500,000 for the cause.”personHoward Buffett“Philanthropist collaborating on the project through his foundation.”