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Activist Jani Silva Faces Threats While Protecting Amazon

12/9/2025

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Jani Silva, a 63-year-old environmental activist, lives under guard in Puerto Asis to protect the Amazon.
She works with ADISPA, a farming association focused on conservation, and leads beekeeping and reforestation.
In 2024, Colombia reported 48 killings of land defenders, the deadliest toll for them.
Activists view the National Protection Unit's security measures as inadequate.
The Border Commandos threaten livelihoods and enforce control through extortion.

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Story summary

Jani Silva, a 63-year-old environmental activist, lives under guard in Puerto Asis to protect the Amazon.
She works with ADISPA, a farming association focused on conservation, and leads beekeeping and reforestation.
In 2024, Colombia reported 48 killings of land defenders, the deadliest toll for them.
Activists view the National Protection Unit's security measures as inadequate.
The Border Commandos threaten livelihoods and enforce control through extortion.