El Espectador, established in 1887, is Colombia’s oldest newspaper. Leveraging its extensive experience, it has undergone a digital transformation aimed at reaching new audiences.
El Espectador
Comunican S.A. and Inversiones Cromos S.A.S. are the publishing companies of El Espectador. Currently, they have 465 permanent employees.
Under the leadership of Fidel Cano, El Espectador is recognized as one of the most respected and professional newspapers in Colombia, known for its independence, credibility, and objectivity.
Building on its experience and strong track record, El Espectador has embraced digital transformation by developing platforms for new audiences. It features successful opinion formats such as La Pulla and Las Igualadas.
According to the “Opinion Panel 2024,” a representative survey conducted annually among opinion leaders in Colombia, El Espectador ranks as the second most consulted print media outlet in the country and the second most visited news website.
Additionally, La Pulla remains a leading native digital outlet, holding second place in its category.
As part of its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals, El Espectador promotes peace through initiatives like Colombia+20 and Colombia en Transición. The organization also raises environmental awareness through its BIBO program, which focuses on human well-being and biodiversity.
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