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Political activity in Nariño, Colombia

Overview

Political activity is intensifying in the Nariño department of Colombia in anticipation of the territorial elections scheduled for October 31, 2027. These elections will determine officials for the 2027-2030 constitutional period, including governors, mayors, deputies, and councilors.

In municipalities such as Pasto, Tumaco, Ipiales, Túquerres, La Unión, Samaniego, and Barbacoas, political figures and organizations have begun organizing. While many are currently operating as pre-candidates, there is an increase in discussions regarding potential alliances and candidates for the governorship and local councils among social organizations and business sectors.

Entities

Nariño · Defensoría del Pueblo

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Timeline

  1. about 20 hours ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Nariño political activity increases ahead of 2027 elections

    Political activity is rising in Nariño, Colombia, as candidates and organizations prepare for the territorial elections scheduled for October 31, 2027.

  2. 11 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    Nariño leads Colombia in reducing road traffic fatalities

    Nariño leads Colombia in reducing road traffic fatalities, reporting a 25.7% decrease in deaths as of June 2026 due to safety campaigns and infrastructure improvements.

Sources

colombia.com · diariodelcauca.com.co · diariodelsur.com.co · elespectador.com · hsbnoticias.com