Shakira Pledges to Rebuild 10 Schools in Quake-Hit Colombian Region
Shakira visited a remote region in Colombia affected by a devastating earthquake and committed to rebuilding at least 10 schools.

San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 18, 2026 —
International music star Shakira has pledged to rebuild at least 10 schools in a remote region of Colombia devastated by a recent earthquake. The artist visited the affected area to assess the damage and offer support to the community.
The exact remote region and the specific earthquake details, including the date and magnitude, were not provided. Following the visit, Shakira made a public commitment to fund the reconstruction of educational facilities that were impacted by the natural disaster.
The number of schools affected by the earthquake and the total number of students impacted were not specified. The timeline for the rebuilding efforts and the estimated cost of the project were also not detailed.
Shakira’s commitment comes as part of ongoing recovery efforts in the region, which has been working to address the widespread destruction caused by the earthquake. Further details regarding the specific locations of the schools to be rebuilt and the involvement of her foundation, Pies Descalzos, were not immediately available.
The singer’s foundation has a history of working in education and community development in Colombia. This initiative aims to provide essential infrastructure for children in the earthquake-affected zone, offering a path toward recovery and future opportunities.
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