NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 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 western Colombia following a major earthquake that occurred last week. The commitment aims to restore educational infrastructure in a remote region impacted by the disaster.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – EspañolWhy It Matters
The pledge provides a specific commitment to restore educational facilities for students in a region recently devastated by a fatal earthquake.
Key Facts
- Shakira committed to rebuilding at least 10 schools in western Colombia.
- The schools are located in a remote region affected by a recent earthquake.
- The earthquake occurred last week and resulted in hundreds of deaths.
Who's Mentioned
personShakira“Singer and philanthropist leading the school reconstruction project.”organizationPies Descalzos Foundation“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 pledged 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.”