El Universal

Cartagena, Bolivar, ColombiaSpanish

Serving as the primary source of news for Cartagena and the Bolivar department, this historic publication has been a cornerstone of regional journalism since its founding in 1948. It maintains a strong editorial focus on local political, social, and economic issues, providing extensive coverage that bridges the gap between community concerns and national developments.

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MEDIA LANDSCAPE IN COLOMBIA

Print journalism in this South American nation is historically characterized by highly concentrated media ownership and strong familial publishing traditions. The national print market is anchored by Bogota-based El Tiempo, a centre-right daily owned by Grupo Aval, and El Espectador, the oldest surviving newspaper, founded in 1887 and recognized for its centre-left stance. Beyond the capital, mountainous geography has fostered a strong provincial press network across major cities. Key regional broadsheets include the conservative El Colombiano in Medellin, El Pais serving Cali, and the Bucaramanga-based Vanguardia, while La Republica dominates financial coverage. Paperboy indexes 17 Colombian newspapers — browse the full directory below.