# Colombia President Appoints New Education Minister After Education Secretary Resigns

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella appointed Ilva Myriam Hoyos as Education Minister following Viviane Morales resignation.

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Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced on August 31 that Ilva Myriam Hoyos has been appointed as the new Minister of National Education. [^1]

President de la Espriella confirmed the resignation of outgoing Education Minister Viviane Morales, who stated she was leaving due to unexpected family matters. [^2]

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced on September 2, 2026, that Viviane Morales is leaving the Ministry of Education. [^3]

During her tenure, Morales managed the aftermath of earthquakes on August 10 that damaged 4,287 educational centers and left many students without access to virtual classes. [^4]

President de la Espriella accepted Viviane Morales's resignation effective September 7, one month after she assumed the portfolio on August 7. [^5]

President Abelardo de la Espriella highlighted Ilva Myriam Hoyos's strength, honesty, and firm defense of values. [^6]

## What this stands on

1. Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced on August 31 that Ilva Myriam Hoyos has been appointed as the new Minister of National Education. (elcomercio.pe, News)
2. President de la Espriella confirmed the resignation of outgoing Education Minister Viviane Morales, who stated she was leaving due to unexpected family matters. (elcomercio.pe, News)
3. Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella announced on September 2, 2026, that Viviane Morales is leaving the Ministry of Education. (La Opinión, News)
4. During her tenure, Morales managed the aftermath of earthquakes on August 10 that damaged 4,287 educational centers and left many students without access to virtual classes. (elcomercio.pe, News)
5. President de la Espriella accepted Viviane Morales's resignation effective September 7, one month after she assumed the portfolio on August 7. (elcomercio.pe, News)
6. President Abelardo de la Espriella highlighted Ilva Myriam Hoyos's strength, honesty, and firm defense of values. (La Opinión, News)

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