The announcement comes during a visit to the Chocó region, which was hit hard by last week's earthquake. The singer says she is concerned that the reconstruction of schools destroyed in the quake will not be prioritised.
Every day that children don't go to school is a day they miss out on their future, says Shakira.
With her is Howard Buffet, son of billionaire and philanthropist Warren Buffet, who announced that his foundation will partner with Shakira's to build the schools.
Several Colombian artists have already pledged aid to earthquake-stricken Colombia and Venezuela in the form of donations and charity concerts. A new concert will be held in Bogotá on Sunday.
