In a bid to prevent the sexual exploitation of children, the mayor of Medellín, Colombia's second largest city, has announced a six-month ban on prostitution in the neighborhoods of Provenza and El Poblado. These areas, known for their vibrant nightlife and popularity among tourists, have also attracted sex workers, with reports of criminal networks exploiting minors in the sex trade.
The ban, enforced by Mayor Federico Gutiérrez, aims to regain control of these districts and protect the community from such illicit activities. While sex work involving consenting adults is legal in Colombia, local authorities have the power to temporarily prohibit it in specific areas if it poses a threat to public order.
