UN condemns murder of Nasa indigenous leader in Valle del Cauca and calls for strengthened protection of the community

The United Nations has condemned the murder of an indigenous Nasa leader in the municipality of Florida, located in the Valle del Cauca department of Colombia. The killing is part of a broader violent incident that resulted in the deaths of three members of the Nasa indigenous community.

Following these events, national and international organizations have issued renewed calls to strengthen protection measures for indigenous communities in the region. The appeals emphasize the urgent need to advance safety guarantees and address the ongoing security risks faced by vulnerable populations in the area.