Shakira makes announcement during surprise visit to quake-hit Colombia

• Pop star Shakira made an unannounced visit to Quibdó, Colombia, following a catastrophic magnitude 7.4 earthquake that left at least 287 people dead.
• Shakira pledged to rebuild a minimum of 10 local schools through her charity, Fundación Pies Descalzos, to ensure children can resume their education.
• The reconstruction efforts are supported by philanthropist Howard Buffett, with Global Citizen and Live Nation each pledging $500,000 towards relief.
• Chocó, one of Colombia's most impoverished regions, suffered severe damage with over 265 educational facilities affected and aid access hampered by poor infrastructure.
• Prominent Latin music stars including Karol G, Marc Anthony, and Chayanne have also launched fundraising initiatives and benefit concerts to aid earthquake victims.

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Shakira pledges to rebuild 10 schools after devastating Colombia earthquake