Colombia: Making Land Safe for the People of Putumayo, Colombia

Mar 13, 2018 | Halo Trust
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Putumayo is a region in the south-west of Colombia, bordering Ecuador and Peru. Located on the margins of the Amazon rainforest, it’s a place of fertile land, cascading waterfalls and rivers. But this beautiful region also has one of the highest landmine accident rates in the country. There have been 36 accidents—eight of them fatal. However, last month, the High Councillor for Post-Conflict, Rafael Pardo announced The HALO Trust and other demining organisations will begin work in the region, emphasising the importance of mine clearance for the peace and prosperity of Colombia and its people.