Howard Buffett’s Long Ties to Colombia Include Work With Shakira in Choco
When Shakira traveled to Quibdo on Aug. 17 to visit communities affected by the earthquake in Choco, Howard Buffett was at her side. Warren Buffett’s son has spent nearly two decades supporting projects in Colombia, beginning with education initiatives and later expanding into regions affected by the country’s armed conflict. Buffett accompanied the Colombian singer […]
Howard Buffett, chairman of the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, joined Colombian singer Shakira in the country's Choco region on August 17 to assess the damage from a recent earthquake. The Howard G. Buffett Foundation, founded by Howard's father Warren Buffett, has been involved in Colombia since 2008, supporting education projects and expanding into conflict-affected areas.
During the visit, the Pies Descalzos Foundation announced that Buffett would help construct 10 new schools in Choco, while Shakira committed to rebuilding the Universidad Tecnologica del Choco. Weeks before this trip, Berkshire Hathaway elected Howard Buffett as chairman of the board, succeeding his father Warren Buffett, who became chairman emeritus.
Howard Buffett, known for his work in agriculture, conservation, and philanthropy, has spent over two decades supporting projects in Colombia. His connection to the country began with education initiatives through Shakira's Pies Descalzos Foundation. In 2021, Colombia granted Howard Buffett citizenship, reflecting his long-standing relationship with the country.
Now serving as chairman of the board at Berkshire Hathaway, Howard Buffett will lead the company's governance while operational leadership remains with Berkshire's CEO, Greg Abel.
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