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  • Back to school : A set of concrete measures from the Government

    Back to school : A set of concrete measures from the Government

    With the 2026-2027 academic year set to begin across Haiti on September 7, the administration of Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé has stepped forward with a comprehensive suite of concrete initiatives to remove barriers to education for vulnerable communities, reaffirming its promise that no family will navigate the challenges of back-to-school season alone.

    The full package of measures was formally presented to the public during an official press conference held Friday, September 4, 2026, crafted to address three core priorities: easing the financial strain on caregivers, upgrading learning infrastructure across the country, and ensuring a safe, secure environment for students and staff as classes resume.

    Leading the financial support component is a cross-agency collaboration between the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor (MAST), the Ministry of National Education and Vocational Training (MENFP), and the National Education Fund (FNE). Through this partnership, direct financial assistance will be distributed to 130,000 school-aged children’s parents and an additional 30,000 at-risk households. For many low-income Haitian families, back-to-school costs force an impossible choice between covering educational expenses and putting food on the table; this program frames direct support as an act of national solidarity to eliminate that terrible tradeoff.

    Beyond direct financial aid, the government is investing in physical upgrades to create more dignified, functional learning spaces for students. The plan includes major rehabilitation work at 52 public primary and secondary schools, the completion and opening of newly built educational facilities, the distribution of 8,000 new pieces of classroom furniture, and sustained operational support for school canteen programs that provide critical daily nutrition to students from food-insecure households. All told, these infrastructure and support measures are expected to benefit tens of thousands of members of the national educational community.

    Student safety remains a top strategic priority for the administration as classes resume. The Haitian National Police (PNH) has deployed 10,750 specially assigned officers as part of a dedicated year-long security operation focused on the new school year, tasked with patrolling school zones and maintaining safe conditions for students and staff across the country. Complementing this security effort, the Ministry of Public Works is carrying out targeted infrastructure improvements to ease traffic congestion around school campuses, mitigate hazards linked to severe weather events, and enhance overall public safety in areas surrounding educational institutions.

    In outlining the full package of initiatives, government officials emphasized that the program is designed to send a clear, unifying message to Haitian students, their families, and the entire education sector: school remains a fundamental space of hope, human dignity, and future opportunity for the nation’s next generation.

  • Football : The new coach of the Grenadiers in Haiti

    Football : The new coach of the Grenadiers in Haiti

    In an official press conference held Friday, September 4 at Port-au-Prince’s Karibe Hotel, the Haitian Football Federation (FHF) formally introduced 51-year-old Spanish tactician David Badia as the new head coach of Haiti’s senior men’s national football team, widely known as the Grenadiers. Badia has signed a binding two-year contract to lead the Caribbean side through upcoming international competitions, and was on the ground in Haiti to attend the unveiling in person.

    During the press event, Badia laid out his core strategic vision, long-term mission, and planned adjustments for the Grenadiers program. He framed his appointment as an opportunity to build on the national team’s recent momentum rather than execute a full reset. “My priority mission is to drive this group forward and build on the solid standing we currently hold,” Badia told reporters. “We are already performing at a good level, but that is never the ceiling. Our work will focus on forging a clear, distinct national team identity as we push for consistent progress.”

    The newly appointed coach outlined a playing philosophy centered on controlled possession and proactive, attacking football, noting that he expects intensity from his players both when they hold the ball and when they are working to win it back. He shared that he already has strong confidence in the talent available to the Grenadiers, saying he is certain the squad will adapt to his tactical requirements and meet his performance expectations.

    Badia also reflected on the warm welcome he received upon arriving in Haiti, highlighting a moment that underscored the nation’s deep connection to its national team. “When I drove into the city, I was genuinely struck by how many people I saw wearing the Grenadiers jersey on the street,” he said. “It was surprising to see so many fans rocking the national team’s colors on a non-matchday, and it really drove home how incredible and passionate the fanbase here is. That energy means a lot to me.”

    When asked about roster plans, Badia confirmed that he intends to slowly transition the squad toward a younger generation of talent, rather than forcing a rapid, disruptive overhaul of the current group. “We will bring new young blood into the national team, but this process will happen step by step,” he explained. “The existing core of the squad will remain intact — I have full confidence in what this group has already achieved. We will gradually integrate new players who can raise our overall level of play, and there are no arbitrary barriers to who can earn a call-up. The door is open to any eligible player, whether they currently play their club football in Haiti or overseas.”

    The appointment marks a new chapter for the Grenadiers as they prepare for upcoming CONCACAF qualifying cycles and international tournaments, with Badia set to begin his tenure immediately ahead of the team’s next scheduled fixtures.

  • Towards a strengthening of bilateral relations between Haiti and the Dominican Republic

    Towards a strengthening of bilateral relations between Haiti and the Dominican Republic

    In a landmark step toward deeper bilateral cooperation, top diplomatic officials from Haiti and the Dominican Republic gathered for a working meeting at the CODEVI Industrial Park in Ounaminthe on September 3, 2026, marking a new chapter in cross-border relations between the two neighboring Caribbean nations.

    Haiti’s delegation was headed by Foreign Minister Raina Forbin, who was joined by a cohort of senior diplomatic representatives: Fritz Emmanuel Longchamp, Haiti’s ambassador to the Dominican Republic; Winnie Hugot Gabriel, Chief of Staff; Jean-Claude Lappé, Director of Political Affairs; Yves Rody Jean, Director of Dominican Affairs; and Ricot Almonord, Head of the Haitian Consular Post in Dajabón. Leading the Dominican delegation was Foreign Minister Víctor O. Bisonó Haza, accompanied by key officials including Rubén Silié, Vice Minister of Multilateral Foreign Policy; Francisco Caraballo, Vice Minister of Bilateral Foreign Policy; Ramón Pérez Fermín, Vice Minister in charge of Management and Operations of the Foreign Service; Faruk Miguel, Dominican Ambassador to Haiti; and Jatzel Román, Advisor to the Dominican Foreign Minister.

    Talks centered on five critical shared priorities: enhancing border security, cracking down on cross-border illicit economic activity, addressing migration coordination, formalizing bilateral trade and investment frameworks, and expanding commercial air connectivity between the two countries. Both ministers reached consensus on the urgent need to reinforce existing cooperation mechanisms to upgrade border governance and migration management, with a core commitment to upholding the sovereign interests of both nations throughout all collaborative efforts.

    Beyond border and economic issues, both delegations also underlined the critical importance of sustained international backing for the Haitian Gang Suppression Force (GSF). The two sides agreed to continue collective advocacy for the full operational deployment of the GSF—established under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2793—and to push for the renewal of the force’s mandate. These efforts are designed to support Haitian national authorities in restoring widespread public security, strengthening state institutional capacity, and laying the foundational conditions for long-term, lasting peace across Haiti.

    On the topic of Dominican consular operations within Haiti, both parties reaffirmed their shared commitment to fully normalizing services as quickly as possible, once regional security conditions meet the threshold required for safe, consistent operation of consular facilities in their respective jurisdictions.

    Following the formal bilateral working session, the two diplomatic delegations held a separate meeting with private sector stakeholders from both countries. Discussions in this session focused on expanding cross-border productive activity, generating new shared employment opportunities, accelerating mutually beneficial economic exchange, and leveraging the private sector as a core driver of stronger bilateral relations between the two nations.

    The entire summit unfolded in a warm, cordial atmosphere, with both sides reaffirming their long-standing commitment to maintaining open, active bilateral dialogue as the primary channel for addressing shared challenges and advancing mutual interests. This commitment is rooted in a foundational spirit of mutual respect, targeted cooperation, and good neighborliness that will guide future engagement between Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

  • TPS : Poignant appeal from Bishop Dumas to President Trump

    TPS : Poignant appeal from Bishop Dumas to President Trump

    In the wake of the Trump administration’s termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian migrants, the United States has seen a sharp spike in forced deportations of Haitian nationals back to their crisis-stricken home country. Designed as a humanitarian safeguard, the TPS program has long offered protection to foreign-born migrants whose home nations face catastrophic conditions — from armed conflict and natural disasters to large-scale humanitarian collapse — that make safe repatriation impossible. Now, facing what he calls an ongoing public and humanitarian emergency, one of Haiti’s senior Catholic leaders has issued a urgent, public plea to former U.S. President Donald Trump to reverse course on the TPS cancellation.

    Bishop Pierre-André Dumas, who leads the Diocese of Anse-à-Veau-Miragoâne and serves as vice president of Haiti’s Episcopal Conference, recently outlined the urgency of the crisis in an interview with Vatican News, explaining why he felt compelled to break his public silence and deliver a formal letter to Trump directly. “The core question we must answer is this: Is Haiti today a country where any person can be deported safely?” Dumas said. “The reality on the ground gives us a devastating, undeniable answer: No.”

    In his formal appeal to the former president, Dumas emphasized that Haiti’s ongoing political, economic, and security collapse leaves it completely unfit to absorb large numbers of returning deportees. “Mr. President, we respectfully ask you to reconsider the status of all Haitian migrants impacted by the suspension of TPS, and to deploy every legal and humanitarian tool at your disposal to halt forced repatriations for as long as Haiti remains in this gravely unstable, dangerous state,” his letter reads.

    Dumas went on to highlight the deep social and economic contributions Haitian TPS beneficiaries have made across the United States, noting that these migrants work full-time jobs, contribute to federal and local tax systems, raise their families, participate actively in local faith and community groups, and add tangible value to American society every day. Many of these migrants, he added, are parents to U.S.-born children who hold American citizenship by birthright.

    The bishop stressed that the appeal does not seek to violate U.S. law or undermine national border security. “We are not asking the United States to abandon its own laws, nor are we asking the United States to compromise the security of its borders,” he wrote. “We are simply asking the United States to apply its own frameworks with humanity when human lives hang in the balance.”

    The termination of Haitian TPS followed a 2025 Supreme Court ruling that cleared the way for the Trump administration to revoke the protected status, triggering a wave of deportation operations that have already seen multiple repatriation flights carry Haitian migrants back to their home country. Regional and international human rights bodies, including the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, have already raised public alarms over the policy, with multiple reports documenting abusive treatment of deportees during transport back to Haiti.

  • The Secretary General of the OAS presents his report on the situation in Haiti to the Permanent Council

    The Secretary General of the OAS presents his report on the situation in Haiti to the Permanent Council

    At a formal meeting of the Organization of American States Permanent Council held on September 3, 2026, OAS Secretary General Albert R. Ramdin delivered a comprehensive update on Haiti’s ongoing crisis, drawing firsthand insights from a high-level international delegation visit to the Caribbean nation he led between August 16 and 19.

    Opening his address, Ramdin emphasized that Haiti has reached a defining crossroads, with two interconnected priorities demanding immediate, coordinated action from both domestic Haitian leadership and the global community: stabilizing the country’s collapsing security landscape and holding a transparent, credible electoral process to rebuild legitimate democratic institutions.

    “Our responsibility is clear: to strengthen security efforts, advance electoral preparations, deliver on the commitments already made, and ensure that international cooperation translates into tangible improvements in the daily lives of the Haitian people,” Ramdin told council members.

    On the security front, the OAS chief outlined a multi-layered strategy to curb widespread gang violence that has paralyzed much of the country. He stressed that the multinational Gang Suppression Force (GSF) must receive adequate staffing, sustained funding, robust logistical backing, and enhanced operational capabilities to produce meaningful results. Parallel to deploying the GSF, Ramdin added, long-term stability requires investment to strengthen the Haitian National Police and reform the country’s fractured criminal justice system.

    Turning to elections scheduled for December 13, Ramdin acknowledged incremental progress from Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) and National Identification Office (ONI) but warned that preparation timelines need to be accelerated to meet the polling date. He confirmed that the OAS has received an official invitation to field an international election observation mission, and preliminary logistical and planning work for the deployment is already underway.

    Beyond the core priorities of security and elections, Ramdin highlighted new development and humanitarian advances stemming from the delegation visit. In partnership with the Pan American Health Organization and local stakeholders, the OAS will establish dedicated trauma centers to treat police officers injured in gang-related violence. The organization also announced it had facilitated Haiti’s accession to the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), a milestone that unlocks approximately $168 million in development financing, technical assistance, and planning resources for the country. A new cooperation agreement with Brazilian non-governmental organization Viva Rio was also launched to create economic opportunities for youth and women displaced by systemic violence.

    During the council session, Haitian Foreign Minister Raina Forbin reaffirmed her government’s commitment to restoring security and constitutional order, echoing Ramdin’s call for urgent, tangible action from international partners. “We must now move from solidarity to action, from commitments to implementation, and from promises to results,” Forbin said. “Two urgent priorities guide our actions today: security and elections.”

    Carla Barnett, Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), also addressed the session, stressing that all regional and international interventions must center the priorities of the Haitian people. “Our objective must remain to support the Haitian people in their search for solutions to the current crises of insecurity and governance, so that they can focus on long-term investment planning, job creation, and access to essential social services,” Barnett noted.

    To sustain momentum for these efforts, Ramdin unveiled a series of new follow-up initiatives led by the OAS. These include an upcoming environmental technical mission to address unmet ecological needs, regular coordination meetings with partner international organizations, and a convening of the Group of Friends of Haiti to mobilize additional political, technical, and financial support. The OAS will also facilitate a visit from a private sector delegation to assess untapped investment opportunities that can create much-needed jobs, particularly for vulnerable youth.

  • Leisure : Did you know ? #56

    Leisure : Did you know ? #56

    Twice a week, the Haitian news and media platform HaitiLibre invites knowledge seekers and casual learners to engage with its popular feature series “Did You Know?”, a interactive quiz segment designed to share little-taught historical facts and expand public general knowledge. In the 56th installment of the series, published on March 9, 2026, the quiz posed a thought-provoking question focused on Haitian revolutionary history: Which female hero earned fame for her remarkable courage during the iconic 1802 Battle of Crête-à-Pierrot?

    The answer reveals the incredible legacy of Marie-Jeanne Lamartinière, one of the most underrecognized yet transformative figures of the Haitian Revolution. When the pivotal battle for Fort de la Crête-à-Pierrot unfolded in March 1802, Lamartinière stood shoulder-to-shoulder with her husband, Captain Louis Daure Lamartinière, defying gender norms of the era to fight for Haitian independence from French colonial rule. Disguising herself in men’s clothing to move freely across the battlefield, she carried a rifle in hand and a sabre at her waist, joining the brutal frontline combat against French forces led by General Charles Leclerc.

    Lamartinière’s contributions extended far beyond direct combat. Amid the chaos of the siege, she tended to dozens of wounded Haitian soldiers, boosted faltering troop morale when the fighting turned grim, and carried critical supplies of gunpowder to frontline defenders. She never retreated from the ramparts, fighting in the first rank of resistance with a level of audacity that became legendary among revolutionary ranks. Her unyielding grit, fearlessness in the face of overwhelming force, and total devotion to the cause of Haitian freedom have secured her place as one of the most enduring icons of Haitian national resistance.

    This historical feature is just one of hundreds of quizzes hosted on HaitiLibre’s dedicated quiz platform, accessible at https://quiz.haitilibre.com/en. As part of the platform’s regular monthly content update, 30 brand new quizzes were added to the platform on September 1, 2026, pushing the total number of available interactive knowledge games to 240, with new content added every month moving forward.

    All quizzes on the platform are exclusive to HaitiLibre, completely free to access, and require no user registration to play. Built to suit a wide range of audiences from casual learners to history buffs, every quiz offers three adjustable difficulty tiers: easy, intermediate, and hard, and is fully available in both French and English. After completing any 10-question quiz, users can leave feedback, comments, and suggestions for the platform team through a built-in form at the end of each game. The platform invites all users to explore its expanding library of content covering topics from Haitian history to global current events, share the platform with friends and family, and learn new facts to impress loved ones.

  • Switzerland : Excellence Scholarships, Call for Applications

    Switzerland : Excellence Scholarships, Call for Applications

    Haiti’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an official announcement calling on eligible Haitian students and researchers to apply for the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships program for the 2027-2028 academic year. The opportunity is administered through Switzerland’s Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS), which manages the annual funding initiative that supports early-career scholars from around the globe to pursue advanced academic work at Swiss institutions.

    The program offers two distinct types of fully-funded fellowships tailored to different stages of advanced academic study. The first, Research Fellowships, are designed for students currently enrolled in doctoral programs at their home institutions, providing up to 12 months of funding to conduct on-site research at any accredited Swiss higher education institution or recognized Swiss research institute. The second option, Doctoral Fellowships, enables recipients to complete their entire doctoral degree at a Swiss university or reputable research organization, with funding available for up to three years of full-time study.

    To be considered for either of the two fellowship categories, all applicants must meet two core eligibility requirements. First, candidates must hold a completed Master’s degree or an equivalent academic credential recognized by Swiss higher education authorities. Second, all applicants must secure confirmation of academic supervision from a faculty member or senior researcher based at their intended host institution in Switzerland before submitting an application.

    For citizens of Haiti, the application deadline for the 2027-2028 academic year is set for November 10, 2026. All applications must be submitted exclusively through the official GO ESKAS online application portal. No paper or email submissions will be accepted by the FCS. Full program details, including complete eligibility conditions, required application documentation, and access to the application portal, are available on the official Swiss government scholarship website and the GO ESKAS login page linked in the announcement.

  • Security : Mario Andrésol meets with members of the High Command of the FAd’H

    Security : Mario Andrésol meets with members of the High Command of the FAd’H

    Amid a sharp deterioration of public safety across Haiti, the nation’s top defense official gathered with senior military leaders this week to align on priorities for strengthening the country’s armed forces and responding to mounting violent unrest. On Wednesday, September 2, 2026, Defense Minister Mario Andrésol led a strategic working meeting with members of the High Command of the Armed Forces of Haiti (FAd’H), joined by several members of his own cabinet, as part of a routine review of institutional activities and core national security priorities.

    The three core focus areas of the closed-door talks were evaluating critical unmet needs of the FAd’H, expanding the institution’s operational capacity, and conducting a full analysis of the rapidly shifting security landscape across every region of Haiti. In addition to these overarching topics, attendees also advanced discussions on two key upcoming initiatives: the finalization of the FAd’H’s updated official military doctrine, and a planned training deployment for 114 Haitian military personnel to Mexico.

    During the meeting, senior FAd’H leadership presented a comprehensive breakdown of the institution’s current operating status, and laid out its most pressing needs. Top among these demands were updated equipment and additional resources tailored to the unique challenges of Haiti’s diverse operational environments, where armed gang violence continues to spread. Participants also flagged gaps in the training infrastructure and conditions for new recruits currently undergoing basic instruction at the country’s Vertières military base, highlighting the need for targeted improvements to support the development of new service members.

    In his opening remarks to the assembled command team, Minister Andrésol openly voiced deep concern over the ongoing unravelling of Haiti’s security situation. He specifically called out the recent wave of brutal violence in the commune of Kenskoff, where a recent mass killing has left at least 60 people dead, left dozens of families grieving, and pushed local communities into widespread uncertainty.

    Facing this growing crisis, Andrésol underscored that the Armed Forces of Haiti must continue accelerating efforts to expand its operational readiness, and fully exercise its constitutionally mandated role in national security operations. He stressed that equipping the FAd’H to operate at full capacity is critical to enabling the institution to more effectively protect civilian populations and uphold the territorial integrity of the Haitian nation.

    By the close of the meeting, the defense minister issued a clear call to action for every level of the FAd’H command structure: maintain constant, high-level mobilization, and sustain ongoing progress toward three core national imperatives. These goals are building a more capable, ready armed forces, mounting a more effective response to the country’s urgent security challenges, and working alongside other Haitian government institutions to gradually restore public safety and protect the Haitian people.

  • FLASH : 2026-2027 School Calendar (official)

    FLASH : 2026-2027 School Calendar (official)

    Haiti’s national education authorities have officially published the full academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year, outlining structured learning hour requirements, key holiday breaks, assessment windows, official exam schedules, and a full list of critical administrative deadlines for schools, educators, and students across the country. Released publicly on September 3, 2026, the official framework establishes clear guidelines for all education levels, designed to bring consistency to academic operations for the coming year.

    Across all tiers of Haiti’s education system, the upcoming school year will total 194 instructional school days, with tailored learning hour allocations matched to each level’s educational requirements. Preschool programs are scheduled to deliver 864 total hours of structured learning, while the first and second cycles of fundamental education will see 920 instructional hours. For secondary education institutions, the calendar sets a 1,164-hour learning requirement for the academic year.

    The 2026-2027 school year will officially kick off on September 7, 2026, marking the first day of classes for students across the nation. The calendar maps out all national public holidays aligned with Haiti’s cultural and historical milestones: November 2 will be observed as All Souls’ Day, November 18 marks the Battle of Vertières, January 1, 2027 is Haiti’s Independence Day, Carnival celebrations will take place on February 8 and 9 2027, a two-day Easter break is scheduled for March 25 and 26 2027, May 17 is designated Teachers’ Day (also called Educators’ Day), May 18 is observed as both Flag Day and University Day, and May 27 2027 will mark the religious holiday of Corpus Christi.

    Four formal assessment periods are scheduled throughout the academic year. The first cycle of assessments will run from November 9 to 13 2026, followed by a second assessment window from January 25 to 29 2027. Third assessments are scheduled for May 12 to 16 2027, with the final assessment period and all official end-of-year exams taking place between May 31 and July 1 2027.

    The winter holiday break will begin on December 21 2026, the last day of classes before the new year, with students returning to classrooms on January 4 2027. A shorter mid-semester break follows in early February, with classes concluding for the break on February 5 2027.

    For official end-of-year state exams, the calendar splits scheduling across different academic programs. Exams for 9th AF, Family Education Center programs, Teacher Training College, and Technical and Vocational Training tracks will be held from June 14 to 17 2027. Exams for NS4 levels and the Permanent Baccalaureate will run from June 28 to July 1 2027, with the first session of the December 2026 Permanent Baccalaureate exam open for registration between October 27 and November 17 2026.

    In addition to academic milestones, the official calendar outlines dozens of critical administrative deadlines for education departments, private schools, and staff. Leading up to the start of the school year, submission and entry of final decision lists for the 2025-2026 academic year will be accepted from August 3 to September 4 2026. The first of four scheduled teacher training sessions, hosted by the Directorate of Training and Professional Development (DFP), will run from August 23 to September 4 2026. Additional DFP training sessions are scheduled for December 28 to 31 2026, and February 16 to 18 2027.

    For the Directorate for Support to Private and Partnership Education (DAEPP), schools must submit school council information online between September 1 and 30 2026, and all applications for new operating permits must be submitted by October 30 2026. The deadline for applications to open entirely new schools is set for March 31 2027. The National Bureau of State Examinations (BUNEXE) will accept 2027 state exam registration forms from October 6 to December 29 2026. The Directorate of Planning and External Cooperation (DPCE) requires all schools to complete 2026-2027 school census forms online between January 11 and February 4 2027. Submission of class lists for the 2026-2027 academic year, alongside 2027 state exam registration forms, is open from August 14 to December 18 2026.

    The full official 2026-2027 school calendar is available for public download in PDF format via HaitiLibre’s official document portal.

  • Leisure : Did you know ? #55

    Leisure : Did you know ? #55

    In Haiti’s rugged, remote mountain landscapes, where paved roads are scarce and steep, muddy trails block access for most motorized vehicles, one hardworking animal has earned the nickname “the farmer’s truck”: the domestic donkey, locally called bourik. As the latest entry in HaitiLibre’s popular twice-weekly “Did You Know?” general knowledge quiz series reveals, these sturdy equines are far more than livestock—they are the backbone of rural economic life for thousands of high-altitude Haitian families.

    The core question of this 55th installment of the series asks: What is the primary role donkeys play for farming communities in Haiti’s mountain regions? The answer highlights their unique adaptation to the country’s challenging terrain: their sure, stable footing allows them to navigate paths that trucks, motorcycles and even four-wheel drives cannot reach. Every day, donkeys carry critical goods and people across these remote areas, transporting harvested crops from mountain gardens to regional and city markets, hauling firewood for cooking and heating, and delivering drinking water to communities cut off from infrastructure.

    Without donkeys, the cost and physical labor of moving these essential supplies would become prohibitive for small-scale Haitian farmers, who already operate on tight margins. Beyond their traversal skills, donkeys are uniquely suited to rural Haitian life because of their hardiness: they require very little food compared to larger work animals, tolerate extreme fatigue well, and can thrive in the harsh climate of Haiti’s mountain zones. As a critical link in the rural logistics and local commerce chain, they directly sustain the mobility and economic survival of thousands of households across the country’s highlands.

    This fun fact is pulled from the answer key of HaitiLibre’s ongoing livestock quiz, part of the platform’s expanding collection of free general knowledge quizzes. In a recent update rolled out on September 1, 2026, the site added 30 new quiz games, bringing its total catalog of accessible knowledge content to 240 unique games. The platform adds new quizzes every month to keep content fresh for returning users.

    Designed to appeal to learners of all ages and skill levels, HaitiLibre’s exclusive quizzes are 100% free to access and do not require user registration. Every topic is offered across three difficulty tiers—easy, intermediate, and expert—so casual learners and knowledge enthusiasts alike can find content suited to their skills. Quizzes are currently available in both French and English, covering a wide range of topics from Haitian history and culture to global current events and science.

    Users can explore the full catalog of quizzes any time at quiz.haitilibre.com/en, and the platform encourages visitors to share the site with friends and family, and leave feedback via a comment form available at the end of every quiz. For returning readers, the site also archives past “Did You Know?” entries, allowing curious learners to explore dozens of previous fun facts about Haiti and the wider world.