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  • Education: Ministerial decision on the generalization of new 3rd cycle programs

    Education: Ministerial decision on the generalization of new 3rd cycle programs

    In a landmark decision that will reshape Haiti’s educational landscape, the Ministry of National Education and Vocational Training (MENFP) has mandated the nationwide implementation of a completely revamped curriculum for the third cycle of fundamental education. Minister Augustin Antoine formally enacted Ministerial Decision No. D-2(1)384 on January 9, 2026, setting in motion a comprehensive educational transformation scheduled for full implementation by the 2027-2028 academic year.

    The reform introduces four entirely new subjects that will become immediately effective across all educational institutions starting from the 2024-2025 school year: Citizenship Education (EC), Aesthetic and Artistic Education (EEA), Physical and Sports Education (EPS), and Education for Technology and Productive Activities (ETAP).

    A carefully structured three-year phased implementation will follow, beginning with 7th-grade classes (7th AF) in 2027-2028 adopting new programs for seven additional disciplines. These student cohorts will then progress through 8th grade (8th AF) in 2028-2029 and 9th grade (9th AF) in 2029-2030 with corresponding updated curricula, ensuring complete nationwide coverage of the reformed educational framework.

    The constitutional foundation for this educational overhaul rests upon Haiti’s guarantee of education rights through multiple constitutional articles. The reform aligns with the September 27, 1994 law that reorganized Haiti’s education system and established basic education standards.

    Implementation responsibilities have been clearly delineated across the educational bureaucracy. The Directorate of Fundamental Education (DEF) will coordinate pedagogical monitoring and provide technical support, while the Directorate of Training and Development (DFP) will organize comprehensive continuing education programs for teachers, administrators, and educational supervisors. Departmental Education Directorates (DDE) will ensure local compliance and dissemination of the new standards.

    Notably, the ministry has also mandated that textbook publishers and educational material designers undertake a complete revision of their works under MENFP’s technical supervision to ensure alignment with the new competency-based approach (APC) and curricular innovations. This decision expressly repeals all previous provisions that conflict with the new educational framework.

  • Social : 2010 Earthquake : Rain of Messages

    Social : 2010 Earthquake : Rain of Messages

    Sixteen years after the catastrophic earthquake that devastated Haiti on January 12, 2010, the nation united in solemn remembrance of one of the most tragic events in its history. Senior government officials, international partners, and institutions across the country paid heartfelt tribute to the thousands of lives lost while emphasizing resilience and continued reconstruction efforts.

    Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé led the national commemoration, stating: “The nation bows before the memory of the lives lost and shares the grief of the bereaved families. Mourning remains, but so does hope. Together, let’s commit to building a strong Haiti, founded on peace, stability, and solidarity.”

    Members of the Presidential Transitional Council echoed this sentiment. Councillor Leslie Voltaire highlighted the “exemplary strength and dignity of the Haitian people” during the disaster, while Council President Fritz Alphonse Jean called for reflection on “building a new Haiti.”

    The Haitian National Police honored dozens of officers who perished during rescue operations. Acting Commander-in-Chief André Jonas Vladimir Paraison commended those who “perished while providing assistance to those in need” and called for continued efforts toward “a better Haiti, in peace and security.”

    Port-au-Prince City Hall described how the earthquake “remains etched in the heart of Port-au-Prince and in the memory of all the Haitian people,” noting that “in our grief, we learned to stand tall.”

    The international community demonstrated sustained solidarity with Haiti. The French Embassy expressed “sincere thoughts of solidarity to the families of the victims,” while the Canadian Embassy commended “the remarkable resilience of the Haitian people.” The European Union reaffirmed its “profound and unwavering solidarity,” and the United Nations Integrated Office in Haiti paid tribute to both Haitian victims and UN colleagues lost in the disaster.

    The State University of Haiti (UEH) called the anniversary “an opportunity to meditate and reflect together on the best paths to take to build a nation,” emphasizing the need to work “with the forces of nature and the specific circumstances of our society.”

    From distant diplomatic posts, including the Haitian Embassy in Vietnam, officials joined in commemorating the tragedy that “forever marked national history” while recognizing the “resilience, national and international solidarity, and ongoing commitment to reconstruction.”

  • Politic : 2010 Earthquake : Official Ceremony

    Politic : 2010 Earthquake : Official Ceremony

    Haiti’s highest governmental authorities gathered at the National Palace on Champ de Mars for a poignant memorial ceremony marking the 16th anniversary of the catastrophic January 12, 2010 earthquake. The devastating 7.3 magnitude tremor, which lasted merely 35 seconds, resulted in 222,570 fatalities, 300,572 injuries, and left 1.6 million citizens homeless according to official statistics.

    Laurent Saint Cyr, President pro tempore and Coordinator of the Presidential Transitional Council (CPT), led the commemorative events alongside Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé. The ceremony assembled key national figures including government ministers, Vladimir Paraison (Acting Director General of the Haitian National Police), Lieutenant General Derby Guerrier (Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces), military high command officials, and senior public administration leaders.

    The solemn gathering symbolized the nation’s renewed dedication to strengthening unity, advancing sustainable reconstruction efforts, and enhancing Haiti’s resilience against future challenges. In a gesture of national respect and remembrance, President Saint Cyr laid a ceremonial wreath honoring the earthquake victims.

    Addressing the nation, Saint Cyr emphasized the transformative power of collective memory: “On this Day of Remembrance, let’s commit ourselves together never to forget, to better prepare ourselves, to unite around the common good, and to build a safer, more united, and more resilient country. May the memory of the victims illuminate our choices and inspire our collective action.” The transitional leader powerfully declared Haiti’s capacity for renewal, stating the nation “can, must, and will rise again” through responsible collective action.

    Prime Minister Fils-Aimé echoed these sentiments, acknowledging the enduring grief while emphasizing hopeful reconstruction: “The Nation bows before the memory of the lives lost and shares the grief of the bereaved families. Mourning remains, but so does hope. Together, let us commit to building a strong Haiti founded on peace, stability, and solidarity.”

    The ceremony represented a significant demonstration of governmental solidarity with victims’ families and the broader Haitian population, reinforcing institutional commitments to national recovery and future preparedness.

  • FLASH : The House of Representatives extends the HOPE/HELP laws for Haiti

    FLASH : The House of Representatives extends the HOPE/HELP laws for Haiti

    In a significant bipartisan move, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed legislation extending critical trade preferences for Haiti through December 31, 2028. The passage of Bill H.R. 6504 ensures the continuation of the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity Through Partnership for Encouragement (HOPE) and the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act, marking a crucial development in U.S.-Caribbean relations.

    Democratic Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett, a primary advocate for the legislation, hailed the decision as a strategic victory for both Haiti and United States regional engagement. “The bipartisan support for reauthorizing HOPE/HELP demonstrates that when it comes to supporting our neighbors and advancing our shared interests, Democrats and Republicans can work together,” Plaskett stated in an official release.

    The trade preference program enjoys substantial congressional backing due to its dual benefits: strengthening Haiti’s economic foundation while advancing U.S. strategic interests. The program supports Haitian apparel manufacturing that utilizes American cotton and contributes to shifting supply chains from China to the Western Hemisphere.

    Plaskett acknowledged key figures instrumental in the legislation’s passage, including Ranking Member Neal, Chairman Smith, Dr. Murphy, and Haiti’s Ambassador to the United States, Lionel Delatour. She also recognized the efforts of civil society organizations and American manufacturers who advocated for the program’s renewal.

    The extension promises greater economic stability for Haiti by fostering bilateral trade relations, providing investor certainty, and creating employment opportunities. The legislation now moves to the U.S. Senate for consideration before potentially reaching the President’s desk for final approval.

  • Justice : Damning report on detention conditions at Fort-Liberté

    Justice : Damning report on detention conditions at Fort-Liberté

    A shocking humanitarian crisis is unfolding within Haiti’s prison system, according to a devastating report released by the Haitian NGO Association of Volunteers for the Reintegration of Inmates (AVRED). The organization’s December 2025 investigation revealed that 312 inmates incarcerated at Fort-Liberté’s two detention facilities are enduring conditions that systematically strip them of basic human dignity and essential healthcare services.

    The comprehensive assessment documents a multi-faceted institutional failure affecting both convicted individuals (279) and those awaiting trial (33). Beyond mere deprivation of liberty, detainees face critical shortages in medical staffing with only one physician serving the entire population, supported by just three nurses and two psychology interns operating without necessary resources. The near-total absence of essential medications creates a dangerous environment where communicable diseases including tuberculosis, malaria, HIV/AIDS, and scabies spread unchecked due to inadequate isolation protocols.

    Infrastructure deficiencies compound the health emergency, with investigators reporting cracked walls, complete electrical system failure, overcrowded cells, non-functional water systems, and overflowing septic tanks. These hazardous conditions are exacerbated by severe understaffing among prison personnel, increasing risks of violence and tension within the facilities.

    Nutritional provisions fail to meet basic standards, with merely two cooks attempting to serve 300 individuals. The resulting meals lack essential nutrients, particularly damaging for inmates suffering from chronic illnesses and further compromising already weakened immune systems.

    The crisis extends to judicial rights, as the absence of functional transportation prevents both emergency hospital transfers and court appearances. This institutional failure results in unjustified extensions of pretrial detention, effectively punishing individuals before conviction.

    AVRED concludes that the Fort-Liberté situation represents a collective societal failure rather than merely a prison administration problem. The organization urgently calls for immediate intervention from national and international partners, substantial reinforcement of health and logistics systems, and comprehensive infrastructure rehabilitation to ensure basic safety and human rights protections.

  • iciHaïti – 2010 Earthquake : Speech by the Secretary of State for the Integration of Persons with Disabilities

    iciHaïti – 2010 Earthquake : Speech by the Secretary of State for the Integration of Persons with Disabilities

    Sixteen years after Haiti’s catastrophic 7.3-magnitude earthquake, the nation continues to honor the memory of the tragedy while reaffirming its commitment to disability inclusion. On the anniversary of the January 12, 2010 disaster that claimed approximately 300,000 lives and left hundreds of thousands injured, Secretary of State for the Integration of Persons with Disabilities Génard Joseph delivered a poignant address recognizing the enduring impact on Haitian society.

    The seismic event, lasting merely 35 seconds but resulting in over 280,000 fatalities and 1.6 million displaced persons, fundamentally transformed Haiti’s social landscape. Secretary Joseph emphasized how the tragedy exposed the profound vulnerabilities faced by individuals with disabilities while simultaneously revealing their remarkable resilience and determination.

    In his commemorative speech, Joseph declared the government’s unwavering dedication to improving living conditions for disabled citizens through collaborative efforts with disability organizations, civil society groups, and international partners. The administration’s focus includes enhancing access to essential services, promoting socioeconomic and educational integration, and protecting the rights of persons with disabilities.

    The Secretary framed disability inclusion as both a moral imperative and political responsibility for the Haitian state, noting that the earthquake’s legacy necessitates continuous action toward building a more equitable society. His address called for national solidarity in creating a Haiti where human dignity remains paramount and no citizen faces exclusion.

    Joseph’s remarks highlighted how the collective memory of the disaster serves as both a tribute to those lost and an inspiration for constructing a more inclusive future. The anniversary observance underscores Haiti’s ongoing journey from tragedy toward transformation, with disability rights at the forefront of national recovery efforts.

  • Politic : Me Jean Henry Céant opposes the mediation of Mgr Dumas (letter)

    Politic : Me Jean Henry Céant opposes the mediation of Mgr Dumas (letter)

    In a significant development within Haiti’s ongoing political turmoil, former Prime Minister Jean Henry Céant has formally opposed the mediation efforts proposed by Bishop Pierre André Dumas. The controversy emerged after Bishop Dumas, Vice-President of the Haitian Episcopal Conference and Bishop of Anse-à-Veau-Miragoâne, agreed to lead mediation efforts to prevent potential chaos following the Transitional Council’s mandate expiration on February 7, 2026.

    Céant, who served as Haiti’s acting Prime Minister and currently faces Canadian sanctions, expressed his position through a strongly worded letter dated January 11, 2026. The document, addressed directly to Bishop Dumas and copied to multiple Haitian institutions, outlines Céant’s profound concerns regarding the bishop’s suitability as a neutral mediator.

    The former Prime Minister, identifying himself as a practicing Catholic and former Economic Advisor to the Catholic Church, expressed astonishment and dismay at the bishop’s involvement. Céant referenced a previous incident on March 9, 2024, when Bishop Dumas co-signed a document condemning sanctioned citizens without prior trial, creating what Céant described as a ‘painful rupture’ within the Church community.

    While acknowledging the necessity of mediation in crisis situations, Céant questioned Bishop Dumas’ ability to maintain the neutrality, moral integrity, and detachment essential for credible mediation. The former leader suggested that the bishop’s past political positions effectively place him among stakeholders rather than as an impartial mediator.

    Céant’s letter appeals to members of the Transitional Council to reject the mediation proposal, characterizing it as exclusionary and potentially damaging to institutional credibility. He urged Bishop Dumas to focus instead on his spiritual role as a pastor and man of prayer rather than engaging in political mediation.

    The correspondence concludes with a call for divine guidance during Haiti’s troubled times, maintaining a tone of respect while expressing firm opposition to the bishop’s proposed involvement in the country’s political resolution process.

  • LHF Playoff D1 : All the results from the first day

    LHF Playoff D1 : All the results from the first day

    The Haitian Football League’s Men’s First Division championship playoffs commenced on January 11, 2026, delivering an electrifying opening day marked by decisive victories and intense regional rivalries across four critical matches.

    In the Northern conference bracket, Ouanaminthe FC demonstrated formidable prowess with a commanding 2-0 triumph over Racing FC at Parc Notre-Dame de Ouanaminthe. The match witnessed spectacular goals from Roobens Philogene (54th minute) and Louibenn Sinor (65th minute), securing their team’s dominant performance. Simultaneously, AS Capoise emerged victorious with a 2-1 win against Baltimore SC at Parc Levelt de Saint-Marc. Henry Saint Juste (46th minute) and Philistine Hornet (48th minute) scored rapid successive goals, while Baltimore’s sole point came from an unfortunate own goal by Stanley Volcin in the 54th minute.

    The Southern conference matches presented equally thrilling encounters. Violette AC secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Cavaly AS at Parc Gérard Christophe in Léogâne, with Fernando Ciceron scoring a remarkably early goal just four minutes into the match. In a closely contested battle at Land des Gabions in Cayes, Juventus FC and Racing CH concluded with a 1-1 draw. Mackenson Rosier put Racing CH ahead in the 35th minute, but St-Cyr Jeanson equalized for Juventus FC during the 62nd minute, resulting in a hard-fought stalemate.

    These inaugural playoff matches establish compelling narratives for the remainder of the championship series, setting the stage for heightened competition as teams advance through the brackets in pursuit of the coveted D1 title.

  • Hinche : OFATMA forces the closure of 3 construction sites

    Hinche : OFATMA forces the closure of 3 construction sites

    In a significant enforcement action, Haiti’s Occupational Health, Safety and Social Security Agency (OFATMA) has compelled the closure of three construction sites in the Hinche region for systematic non-compliance with labor regulations. The crackdown followed repeated refusals by site operators to register their workers with the national social security system, despite receiving multiple formal notices.

    The regulatory body characterized the operators’ conduct as deliberate resistance to legal obligations, prompting authorities to order immediate shutdowns. This decisive measure aims to terminate practices that violate Haiti’s social protection statutes and workplace safety standards.

    The enforcement operation was conducted under judicial supervision with support from officers of the Haitian National Police (PNH), ensuring adherence to legal protocols and maintaining public order throughout the process.

    OFATMA investigators reported that site operators exposed workers to substantial hazards by employing them without legal protection against occupational accidents and construction-related risks. The agency condemned this practice as a severe infringement of fundamental worker rights.

    The institution reaffirmed that Haitian legislation mandates all employers to formally declare their employees and fulfill corresponding social security contributions. Non-compliance coupled with defiance of regulatory authority subjects violators to stringent administrative sanctions and potential judicial proceedings.

    Legal actions are presently under deliberation, while any resumption of operations at the shuttered sites remains conditional upon complete regularization in strict accordance with existing legal frameworks.

  • Insecurity : Attacks and population displacements in Montrouis…

    Insecurity : Attacks and population displacements in Montrouis…

    The Lower Artibonite region of Haiti continues to grapple with a deteriorating security situation as a series of coordinated armed attacks have triggered significant population displacements and created severe humanitarian challenges. Following earlier violence in Pont-Sondé on November 29 and L’Estère on December 1, the commune of Montrouis experienced renewed hostilities between December 23-25 when armed groups targeted the 1st section of Délugé. The Canaan gang specifically attacked the locality of Piâtre, burning numerous homes and intensifying pressure on already strained host communities.

    According to the International Organization for Migration, approximately 1,120 individuals have been displaced by the recent violence, with all affected persons finding refuge with host families primarily in neighboring areas and the city of Saint-Marc. The Communal Section Administrative Council and General Directorate of Civil Protection report that most displaced persons are concentrated in surrounding localities including Rozo, Aymé, and Dipen. However, humanitarian access remains severely constrained as roads to these areas are subject to ongoing armed attacks and remain extremely dangerous for travel.

    The security environment remains highly volatile, particularly impacting humanitarian operations throughout the Saint-Marc commune. National Road #1, a critical transportation artery, remained impassable at Montrouis as of January 6 due to security concerns. These access constraints have significantly hampered rapid humanitarian response efforts, limiting the ability of aid workers to reach affected populations and maintain essential services.

    The General Directorate of Civil Protection in Artibonite, with support from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, is actively monitoring the situation through existing coordination mechanisms established for the Lower Artibonite region. The continued violence highlights the persistent security challenges facing Haiti and the growing humanitarian needs of vulnerable populations caught in conflict-affected areas.