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  • PNH : Operation summary, 43 terrorists killed, weapons and ammunition seized

    PNH : Operation summary, 43 terrorists killed, weapons and ammunition seized

    In a significant escalation of its campaign against armed criminal factions, the Haitian National Police (PNH) has disclosed comprehensive operational results for the first quarter of 2026. The data, presented on March 25th, reveals a multi-departmental security initiative spanning the West, Center, and Artibonite regions.

    Law enforcement agencies executed 32 distinct tactical operations between January and March, achieving substantial breakthroughs in counter-terrorism efforts. The operations resulted in the elimination of 43 identified terrorists during armed confrontations with security forces. The seized arsenal demonstrates the sophisticated weaponry of these groups, including 46 rifles, 19 pistols, 6 surveillance drones, and 10,659 rounds of ammunition. Security personnel additionally confiscated 5 communication radios, an arsenal of Molotov cocktails, and 2 armored vehicles.

    A specialized operation codenamed “Goudougoudou,” conducted by the Central Directorate of the Judicial Police (DCPJ), yielded particularly notable results. The operation led to the judicial processing of 50 individuals (39 men and 11 women) and the dismantling of a notorious gang led by Rodolphe Louissaint, known by the alias “Chalè.” Among the operation’s critical achievements was the successful liberation of one hostage who emerged unharmed, though seven armed criminals were fatally wounded during rescue efforts.

    The DCPJ’s operation additionally uncovered significant criminal infrastructure, seizing 10 vehicles, one building, and intercepting 76 kilograms of illegal narcotics, including cocaine and marijuana. Authorities also recovered 28,090 Haitian gourdes in suspected illicit funds. In a separate development highlighting cross-institutional corruption, ten officials from the General Directorate of Immigration and Emigration were taken into custody for their alleged connections to criminal networks.

  • Quiz : Did You Know ? #9

    Quiz : Did You Know ? #9

    The Windward Passage, a strategically vital maritime corridor spanning approximately 80 kilometers between northwestern Haiti and eastern Cuba, serves as a critical junction connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the Caribbean Sea. This narrow strait ranks among the world’s busiest shipping lanes, particularly for commercial vessels navigating between the United States’ eastern seaboard and the Panama Canal.

    Historically named for the consistent trade winds that facilitated sailing vessels, the passage continues to play a crucial role in global maritime commerce. Beyond its economic significance, the waterway has fostered centuries of cultural exchange and migration between Haiti and Cuba, creating unique transnational connections between the neighboring nations.

    Geological studies reveal the passage sits above deep ocean trenches, making ongoing monitoring essential for multiple reasons: ensuring maritime security, combating illicit trafficking operations, and managing shared fisheries resources between Haiti and Cuba. This strategic monitoring contributes to both environmental conservation and regional stability.

    As the primary gateway to the Greater Antilles archipelago, the Windward Passage represents more than just a geographical feature—it embodies the interconnectedness of Caribbean nations through trade, culture, and shared ecological resources. The passage’s strategic importance continues to evolve with changing global trade patterns and regional dynamics.

    This analysis is derived from educational materials published by HaitiLibre’s quiz platform, which launched in January 2026 to promote knowledge about Haitian geography and broader global topics. The platform offers free, registration-free access to dozens of educational games in both French and English across three difficulty levels, with new content added monthly.

  • Zikonnect 3.0 : Women and Music in the Digital Age

    Zikonnect 3.0 : Women and Music in the Digital Age

    In a groundbreaking initiative to address gender disparity in Haiti’s music sector, the Haiti Jazz Foundation has successfully concluded Zikonnect 3.0, a specialized program exclusively dedicated to female professionals. Titled “Women and Music in the Digital Age,” this third edition represents a strategic intervention to strengthen the artistic and entrepreneurial capabilities of women in an industry where they remain significantly underrepresented.

    Supported by the International Organisation of the Francophonie under its Women, Arts, Music and Entrepreneurship (FAME) program, this capacity-building initiative marks a pivotal advancement since its initial launch in 2022. For the first time, the program assembled a cohort consisting entirely of 15 women from diverse regions and professional backgrounds within Haiti’s music ecosystem.

    The program delivered concrete, practical resources tailored to the specific challenges of the Haitian context:

    – Fifteen professionally completed Electronic Press Kits (EPKs) provided to participants
    – A comprehensive practical toolkit featuring four essential checklists covering music releases, social media strategy, concert promotions, and related activities
    – A collaboratively developed document mapping music industry professions, created in partnership with Ayiti Mizik (Haitian association of music professionals), which outlines career pathways and digital opportunities
    – A collection of standardized contract templates ready for immediate implementation

    Beyond technical resources, Zikonnect 3.0 featured inspirational sessions with prominent figures including rapper Kanis and journalist Carel Pedre, who shared firsthand experiences about navigating the complexities of the digital music landscape. Their testimonies sparked significant professional awakening among participants, with one beneficiary noting: “Her sharing opened our eyes and prepared us to face the industry’s challenges with greater clarity.

    All educational materials and tools developed during the program are now publicly accessible on the Haiti Jazz Foundation’s YouTube channel, creating an enduring digital resource for continued learning and industry development.

  • In Haiti inflation continues to decline (BRH)

    In Haiti inflation continues to decline (BRH)

    Haiti’s economy continues to demonstrate positive momentum in its battle against inflation, with official data from the Bank of the Republic of Haiti (BRH) revealing a consistent downward trajectory in price growth. The latest figures indicate a significant moderation in annual inflation, dropping from 27.3% in December 2025 to 25.5% in January 2026.

    The disinflationary trend is particularly evident across both domestic and imported goods. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for locally produced goods recorded a substantial decline, while imported product inflation decreased by one percentage point month-on-month to settle at 20.5%.

    Geographic analysis reveals broadly stable inflation patterns across most regions. The ‘West Rest’ area maintained a 1% monthly rate, followed closely by the ‘South’ at 0.9% and ‘Cross-Section’ regions at 0.7%. The Metropolitan Area experienced a slight uptick of 0.1 percentage points to reach 1.1%, while the ‘North’ region saw a modest reduction to 0.7%.

    Year-over-year comparisons show encouraging progress nationwide, with all major regions experiencing reduced inflationary pressures. The ‘South’ region demonstrated the most pronounced improvement, falling from 24.5% to 22.8%. Similar declines were observed in ‘West Rest’ (26.0% to 24.4%), ‘Cross-Section’ (25.0% to 23.6%), Metropolitan Area (25.7% to 24.4%), and ‘North’ (22.4% to 21.1%).

    Economic projections from the Directorate of Currency and Economic Analysis indicate the disinflationary process will continue through April 2026. Forecasts suggest a gradual decline to 23% in February, followed by 22.9% in March, and 22.3% in April. However, analysts note that monthly inflation rates may experience temporary fluctuations, with expected increases averaging 1.6% over the coming quarter.

    The comprehensive BRH monthly inflation report, available in PDF format, provides detailed analysis and methodology behind these economic indicators.

  • At least 5,519 Haitians killed in 11 months

    At least 5,519 Haitians killed in 11 months

    A devastating new report from the United Nations Human Rights Office has documented an unprecedented humanitarian crisis in Haiti, revealing that at least 5,519 people were killed and 2,608 injured during an eleven-month period ending in January 2026. The findings, presented by UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on March 24, 2026, paint a grim picture of a nation descending into chaos as criminal gangs expand their territorial control beyond the capital Port-au-Prince.

    The comprehensive assessment details how armed groups have systematically strengthened their strategic routes and consolidated control over key maritime and land corridors, ensuring continuous funding and operational capacity. These criminal networks have terrorized civilian populations through systematic murders, kidnappings, child trafficking, and widespread extortion operations targeting businesses. Public and private property has been routinely looted and destroyed in their campaign of intimidation.

    Particularly disturbing are the report’s details of targeted violence against individuals perceived as cooperating with authorities. Victims faced brutal executions, with bodies frequently doused in gasoline and burned, while others were subjected to arbitrary detention and sham trials conducted by gang members.

    The security situation has been further complicated by the involvement of a private military company apparently contracted by the Haitian government. Their operations, including kamikaze drone strikes and helicopter attacks, have resulted in significant casualties. The UN report suggests many of these strikes constitute targeted killings due to their predetermined and deliberate use of lethal force against specifically identified individuals.

    The breakdown of casualties reveals multiple dimensions of the crisis: 1,424 deaths were directly attributed to gang violence, while security operations against gangs resulted in at least 3,497 fatalities. Additionally, vigilante justice by civilian self-defense groups armed with machetes, stones, and increasingly high-caliber firearms claimed 598 lives. The report also documents horrific sexual violence, with 1,571 women and girls falling victim to gang rape and other assaults.

    This documentation underscores the complete breakdown of public security and rule of law in Haiti, creating one of the most severe human rights emergencies in the Western Hemisphere.

  • Politic : Towards strengthening cooperation with the UN system

    Politic : Towards strengthening cooperation with the UN system

    In a significant diplomatic engagement on March 23, 2026, Haiti’s Minister of Planning and External Cooperation Sandra Paulemon convened with United Nations System Resident Coordinator Nicole Kouassi to reinforce institutional collaboration. The high-level meeting marked a pivotal step in aligning international support with Haiti’s national development agenda.

    UN representative Kouassi extended formal congratulations on Minister Paulemon’s appointment, acknowledging her distinguished professional trajectory. She articulated the UN’s comprehensive cooperation framework, emphasizing the organization’s sustained commitment to advancing priorities outlined in Haiti’s National Pact for Stability and Election Organization. Kouassi specifically highlighted UN support for policies facilitating the return of internally displaced populations, economic rehabilitation initiatives, and institutional capacity building.

    The Resident Coordinator reaffirmed the UN’s readiness to serve as a strategic technical partner for government programs, ensuring alignment with established objectives. This commitment extends across multiple sectors including humanitarian assistance, governance strengthening, and sustainable development initiatives.

    Minister Paulemon emphasized the critical importance of rigorous project alignment with national priorities as defined in the National Pact. She outlined the Ministry’s structured approach through short, medium, and long-term planning frameworks under Prime Minister Fils-Aimé’s directives, designed to address the population’s most urgent needs effectively.

    The Minister detailed ongoing efforts to harmonize interventions across sectoral ministries, prioritizing operational performance and sustainable outcomes. She stressed the implementation of quick-impact projects and enhanced coordination mechanisms to generate measurable benefits for vulnerable communities. Key initiatives include subsidy programs for disadvantaged families, healthcare infrastructure restoration, SME support mechanisms, and educational access equality measures.

    Paulemon affirmed her Ministry’s central role in coordinating public actions to tangibly improve living conditions within Haiti’s broader economic and social recovery framework.

    Both parties agreed to establish strengthened monitoring mechanisms and continue high-level exchanges to further consolidate this strategic partnership in service of Haiti’s development objectives.

  • Elections : New political dynamic to include the diaspora in the democratic process

    Elections : New political dynamic to include the diaspora in the democratic process

    In a landmark move toward democratic inclusion, Haiti’s government has initiated a comprehensive strategy to formally incorporate its diaspora population into the nation’s electoral framework. On March 23, 2026, Minister J.E. Kathia Verdier of the Ministry for Haitians Living Abroad (MHAVE) convened a high-level assembly at the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) headquarters, gathering representatives from key state institutions including the National Identification Office (ONI).

    This groundbreaking meeting, conducted under Prime Minister Fils Aimé’s vision for a more representative democracy, marks a significant shift in Haiti’s political landscape. The government is establishing a structured process to examine, guide, and implement mechanisms for broader diaspora participation while maintaining compliance with institutional requirements and national circumstances.

    Technical discussions centered on critical aspects including legal frameworks, organizational prerequisites, and essential technical conditions necessary for evolving Haiti’s electoral system. This methodological approach emphasizes gradual development through consultation, institutional accountability, and the pursuit of context-appropriate solutions.

    Minister Verdier characterized this initiative as a pivotal political advancement in modernizing state infrastructure and strengthening democratic legitimacy. She highlighted the growing acknowledgment of the diaspora’s strategic importance in shaping national policy directions, while emphasizing the need for rigorous, systematic, and inclusive implementation methodologies.

    The Prime Minister’s office reaffirmed its dedication to advancing this democratic expansion with transparency and public service ethos, ensuring alignment with institutional equilibrium and national development priorities.

  • Education : The Minister of Education shared his priorities with the IDB and the Global Partnership for Education

    Education : The Minister of Education shared his priorities with the IDB and the Global Partnership for Education

    In a significant development for Haiti’s education sector, newly appointed Minister of National Education Vijonet Déméro has articulated his comprehensive reform vision during crucial meetings with two major international partners last week.

    The Minister engaged in separate discussions with representatives from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), outlining an ambitious strategic framework aimed at transforming Haiti’s educational landscape. The proposed initiatives encompass multiple critical areas including pedagogical enhancement, infrastructure rehabilitation, and systemic modernization.

    Central to Minister Déméro’s priorities are fundamental improvements in teaching quality and learning outcomes, alongside expanded educational access nationwide. The administration plans substantial investments in vocational training programs and public school infrastructure restoration. A notable emphasis on teacher development includes both initial training and continuous professional enhancement programs.

    The strategic blueprint further incorporates innovative approaches such as education system decentralization and comprehensive digital transformation. A cornerstone of this digital initiative is the establishment of a dedicated Institute for Digital Education, which will focus on capacity building for ministry personnel and educators nationwide.

    Additional components of the reform package include organizational strengthening of technical and departmental education directorates, optimization of the Education Management Information System (SIGE), and implementation of standardized management protocols for educational institutions. The ministry also plans curriculum modernization, early childhood development programs, and promotion of economic literacy and civic engagement.

    Corinne Cathala, IDB Resident Representative in Haiti, expressed strong endorsement of the minister’s clearly articulated vision, committing to explore collaborative implementation pathways through technical teams and the Ministry’s Project Coordination Unit. IDB technicians highlighted significant achievements from previous three-year interventions while discussing potential activities for the forthcoming biennium.

    In parallel discussions with GPE representatives, including education expert Mohamed Yassine and ONAPE Director General Hervé Boursiquot, emphasis was placed on revitalizing Haiti’s Local Education Partnership Group and Education Sector Group. These platforms serve as consultative mechanisms for consensus-building around priority actions in the education sector.

    The high-level meetings featured participation from key education officials including Professor Ecclésiaste Télémaque (Minister’s Chief of Staff), DDE Coordinator Jean Wilnor Pierre, UCP Coordinator Louis Fritz Dorminvil, and IDB education specialists Marie Evane Tamagnan, Sidney Vasconcelos, and Jeff Schleiden Colo.

  • Elections : Risks of infiltration on the CEP list by political parties complicit with gangs

    Elections : Risks of infiltration on the CEP list by political parties complicit with gangs

    Haiti’s fragile electoral process faces unprecedented challenges as the Civil Society Initiative (ISC) raises alarms about potential infiltration by gang-affiliated political entities. While acknowledging the efforts of the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) to facilitate elections, the ISC expresses grave concerns regarding the integrity of the democratic process.

    The organization has identified a critical vulnerability among the 320 political parties registered with the CEP, warning that groups complicit with criminal gangs may exploit the system to gain political legitimacy. This development threatens to undermine Haiti’s already precarious security situation and democratic institutions.

    In response to these threats, the ISC has issued urgent appeals to multiple government bodies. The Justice system, Judicial Police, and CEP have been called upon to implement comprehensive screening mechanisms that would prevent politicians with gang affiliations from participating in elections. The civil society group emphasizes that Haiti’s judicial system must maintain its sovereign authority to prosecute and punish offenders without delegating these functions to international courts.

    Beyond security concerns, the ISC has highlighted additional complications in election preparation. The proposed voter re-registration process could potentially disenfranchise significant portions of the electorate and create unnecessary delays. The organization advocates for utilizing existing Dermalog identification cards and National Identification Office (ONI) registries to streamline voter list compilation, as successfully implemented in previous elections.

    Financial integrity represents another critical challenge. Past elections have been marred by excessive campaign spending that prioritized donor interests over public welfare. The ISC insists that electoral legislation regarding funding limits must be strictly enforced by relevant authorities including the Ministry of Finance, Anti-Corruption Unit (ULCC), and Superior Court of Accounts.

    For Haiti to emerge from its current crisis, the ISC emphasizes that elections must transcend mere procedural compliance. The process must establish genuine security, demonstrate democratic transparency, and maintain credibility with both domestic and international observers to restore faith in Haiti’s governance institutions.

  • U-17 WC Morocco 2026 Qualifiers : Despite their victory against Bermuda [2-0], Haiti is eliminated

    U-17 WC Morocco 2026 Qualifiers : Despite their victory against Bermuda [2-0], Haiti is eliminated

    In a bittersweet conclusion to their FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026 qualifying campaign, Haiti’s Grenadières secured a 2-0 victory against Bermuda on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Costa Rican Football Federation facility in Alajuela. Despite this triumphant finish, the team’s earlier performances resulted in their elimination from contention for the global tournament.

    Under the guidance of French coach Marc-Ogil Frenoy Baptiste, the Haitian squad implemented four strategic changes to their starting lineup, fielding players from Canadian and American clubs including Krystel Chatelain (Lakeshore, Ontario), K. Mondestin Adjani (AS Laval, QC), Ductan Samira Olisia (Annapolis Blues USA), and Daphney Louis (ESM Canada). The match represented an opportunity for pride rather than advancement, with Haiti positioned third in Group B following previous defeats.

    The contest witnessed an early breakthrough when Adjani Kamanzi-Mondestin found the net in just the 2nd minute, capitalizing on an assist from Keisha Gue. The encounter remained largely uneventful until the 86th minute when Nya Jean-Baptiste solidified Haiti’s dominance with a precise right-footed finish from close range following a corner kick opportunity.

    This final Group B encounter concluded Haiti’s qualifying journey with mixed results: a devastating 9-0 loss to the United States, a 3-1 defeat against Puerto Rico, and ultimately this redeeming victory. The final group standings positioned the United States at the summit with a perfect record (9 points), followed by Puerto Rico (6 points), Haiti (3 points), and Bermuda without any points.

    While the outcome fell short of World Cup qualification objectives, the Haitian contingent demonstrated resilience and growth throughout the competition. The experience gained through international exposure is expected to contribute significantly to the development of women’s football in Haiti, providing valuable foundation for future tournaments.