Colombia and Brazil Account for Over Half of Activist Killings in 2025

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Colombia and Brazil were identified as the deadliest countries for environmental activists in 2025, according to a report by Global Witness. Together, the two Latin American nations accounted for 52% of all killings of environmental defenders recorded during the year. The findings highlight the severe dangers faced by those who campaign to protect natural resources and ecosystems in the region. Global Witness, an international watchdog organization, has been tracking violence against environmental activists globally.

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