Mallplaza Expands Andean Footprint with USD 376 Million Acquisition of Eight Colombian Shopping Centers

SANTIAGO, Chile — In a major move that reshapes the retail real estate landscape across the Andean region, Plaza S.A. (Mallplaza), the shopping center operator controlled by Chilean retail giant Falabella, has signed a binding agreement to acquire control and administration of eight shopping centers in Colombia. The transaction, valued at approximately COP 1.17 trillion […]

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Guardians of the Afro-Colombian Sound: Four Decades of Rhythm, Resistance, and Innovation with Son Palenque

Main Facts For over four decades, Son Palenque has stood as an indomitable pillar of Afro-Colombian music, operating as a vital bridge connecting deep-rooted ancestral traditions with modern sonic landscapes. At the helm of this groundbreaking musical collective is Justo Valdez—affectionately known as “El jelejele,” “The King of Creole Therapy,” and “The Legend.” Under his […]

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The Architect of Colombian Salsa: Celebrating 75 Years of Julio Ernesto Estrada Rincón, "Fruko"

Main Facts In the grand tapestry of Latin American tropical music, few figures loom as large, inventive, and defining as Julio Ernesto Estrada Rincón, universally known as Fruko. Celebrating his 75th birthday this week and boasting an astonishing six decades in the artistic arena, Estrada remains a towering pillar of musical innovation. Born in Medellín […]

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