BSAP Agents and Locals Stand Sentinel over Massacre River Canal Project

BSAP Agents and Locals Stand Sentinel over Massacre River Canal Project

28 September 2023
Since August 30, 2023, with the commencement of construction on the Massacre River canal, agents from the Protected Areas Surveillance Brigade (BSAP) in the Northeast are hailed as "heroes" for "being the only ones to protect the population against Dominican military."
Football: Haiti No Longer Hosts Matches in the Dominican Republic

Football: Haiti No Longer Hosts Matches in the Dominican Republic

28 September 2023
The national football teams of Haiti will no longer play their matches in the Dominican Republic. Confirming this, a member of the Normalization Committee of the Haitian Football Federation (FHF) suggested that despite the violation of regulations, CONCACAF allows Haiti to change its home ground in preparation for the matches in October and November.
"I'm very scared", Last Message from Haitian Woman to her Brother before Being Raped by Dominican Immigration Officer

"I'm very scared", Last Message from Haitian Woman to her Brother before Being Raped by Dominican Immigration Officer

28 September 2023

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The UN is Far, Very Far from the Haitian Reality

The UN is Far, Very Far from the Haitian Reality

28 September 2023

"The escalation of gang violence, widespread impunity, endemic corruption.

Bloody clashes between armed gangs in Port-au-Prince

Bloody clashes between armed gangs in Port-au-Prince

28 September 2023

Several armed groups have been clashing in various neighborhoods of the metropolitan area for the past two days.

Haiti's State University Opens Institute for Sustainable Regional Development in Limonade

Haiti's State University Opens Institute for Sustainable Regional Development in Limonade

28 September 2023

On Wednesday, September 27, 2023, the State University of Haiti inaugurated the Institute for Sustainable Regional Development at the Henry Christophe Campus in Limonade (CHCL).

MCI and Chambers of Commerce Tackle Haiti-Dominican Crisis

MCI and Chambers of Commerce Tackle Haiti-Dominican Crisis

28 September 2023

At the initiative of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, a meeting was held on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, with various chambers of commerce in Haiti to address the Haitian-Dominican crisis, triggered by the resumption of construction work on the Massacre River canal, which is intended to irrigate the agricultural lands of the Maribaroux plain.

Encounter with Farmers in Lower Maribaroux

Encounter with Farmers in Lower Maribaroux

27 September 2023
Far away from the spotlight and even farther from the construction site of the canal on the Massacre River compared to their fields, many farmers who rely on agriculture hope that the canal will partly solve their problems. For some, even more will be needed.
Massacre River: OAS Calls for Dialogue Between the Two Parties

Massacre River: OAS Calls for Dialogue Between the Two Parties

27 September 2023

The Organisation of American States (OAS), through its General Secretariat, issued a statement on the dispute between Haiti and the Dominican Republic over the use of water from the Massacre River.

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Artists Support the Canal on the Massacre River

Artists Support the Canal on the Massacre River

27 September 2023
The construction of a canal on the Massacre River at Ouanaminthe has been in the news for the past two weeks. Many citizens have taken a public stance in favour of the project. Little by little, Haitian artists have also joined the great wave of national solidarity surrounding the construction work. Some have broadcast messages of support via social networks, while others have contributed financially to the efforts.
Turbulence Intensifies, to What End?

Turbulence Intensifies, to What End?

27 September 2023

Between signs that the international community's position on the Haitian crisis is changing and the intensification of gang violence, Haiti is experiencing some turbulent days.

Prime Minister Calls on CONATEL to Embrace Its Full Role on Its 54th Anniversary

Prime Minister Calls on CONATEL to Embrace Its Full Role on Its 54th Anniversary

27 September 2023
Established in 1969, the National Telecommunications Council (CONATEL) celebrated its 54 years of existence on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at the Karibe Hotel. During the celebration ceremony, Prime Minister Ariel Henry urged CONATEL to fully fulfill its role, while the institution's Director General, Joses Jean-Baptiste, pledged to rise to the challenges ahead in regulating the telecommunications sector in Haiti.
After the armed attack, the University Hospital of Mirebalais is at a standstil

After the armed attack, the University Hospital of Mirebalais is at a standstil

27 September 2023

Regular activities have been suspended at the University Hospital of Mirebalais (UHM) following the attack it suffered during the night of September 26, 2023, when heavily armed bandits riddled the institution's premises with bullets.

Frédéric Gonçalves wishes for competition and competitiveness within the Grenadières

Frédéric Gonçalves wishes for competition and competitiveness within the Grenadières

27 September 2023
At the end of the important victory (1-0) achieved by Haiti against Costa Rica at the Félix Sanchez Olympic Stadium in the Dominican Republic, as part of the Nations League, which will serve as qualification for the 2024 Gold Cup, the new national coach, who praises the Grenadières, sees his team finish at the top of Group B. To achieve this, he wishes for competition and competitiveness within the Haitian women's national football team.
Canal on the Massacre River: Much More Than a Canal

Canal on the Massacre River: Much More Than a Canal

26 September 2023
Pride, pride, sovereignty... these are the sentiments that drive the farmers of Ferrier who, on August 30, 2023, decided to dig a canal on the Massacre River, which divides Haiti and the Dominican Republic in Ouanaminthe in the Northeast. Since President Luis Abinader's decision to close his country's borders with Haiti, this has become a national, even international, cause.
Former Senator Jacques Sauveur Jean Challenges the Purpose and Scope of the Maribaroux Plain Canal Project

Former Senator Jacques Sauveur Jean Challenges the Purpose and Scope of the Maribaroux Plain Canal Project

26 September 2023
Former Senator Jacques Sauveur Jean was a guest on Magik's morning show on Monday, September 25, 2023, to provide an update on the construction of an irrigation canal on the Massacre River and his involvement in this project. During the interview, Mr. Jean also discussed the historical context of the canal's construction, which is intended to be part of the broader development project for the lower and upper Maribaroux plain, following François Duvalier's vision.
Political negotiations at an impasse, Caricom considers taking the parties to discuss in another country

Political negotiations at an impasse, Caricom considers taking the parties to discuss in another country

26 September 2023
After the canceled meeting on September 12th due to the unavailability of the Apostolic Nunciature's premises, the Prime Minister and his allies have held several discussions on the Zoom platform with members of the political opposition, still at the initiative of Caricom's envoys. The question of Ariel Henry's resignation remains the point of contention among the parties. Caricom is considering taking the parties to discuss in another country.
World Cup: Haiti loses to England

World Cup: Haiti loses to England

24 July 2023
It took the intervention of VAR, not once but twice, to help England secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory against a determined and courageous Haitian team, led by a standout performance from Kerly Théus, on Saturday, July 22, at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. This match marked the opening day of Group D in the FIFA Women's World Cup, hosted by Australia and New Zealand in 2023.
The Country is Heading Towards a 5th Year of Negative Growth, Predicts Economist Enomy Germain

The Country is Heading Towards a 5th Year of Negative Growth, Predicts Economist Enomy Germain

25 July 2023
Based on the Conjunctural Indicator of Economic Activity (ICAE) published by the Haitian Institute of Statistics and Informatics for the first half of the economic year, economist Enomy Germain predicts that Haiti will experience a 5th year of negative growth. This prediction is further reinforced by the current government's lack of investment spending.
Roseline Eloissaint Advocates for the Reopening of Camp Nous

Roseline Eloissaint Advocates for the Reopening of Camp Nous

02 August 2023
Roseline Eloissaint, a native of Miragoâne and recent addition to the women's section of Racing Club de Strasbourg, who was a starter during the 0-2 defeat of the Grenadières against Denmark, was invited to share her views on Haiti's participation in the Oceanian World Cup. Using this opportunity, she advocated for the reopening of the Camp Nous Training Center.
International Force Deployment Costs Estimated at 200 to 400 Million Dollars per Year

International Force Deployment Costs Estimated at 200 to 400 Million Dollars per Year

03 August 2023

The Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), Todd Robinson, estimated that the multinational force that Kenya plans to lead in Haiti could have an annual cost ranging from 200 to 400 million dollars, as reported in an article from the Miami Herald on Thursday, August 4, 2023.

Insecurity: Americans Urged to Leave Haiti as Soon as Possible

Insecurity: Americans Urged to Leave Haiti as Soon as Possible

27 July 2023

Kraze Baryè gang's recent armed attacks on Tabarre neighborhoods caught the attention of the U.

The Haitian education system caught in the jaws of lions

The Haitian education system caught in the jaws of lions

26 July 2023

The academic year 2022-2023 has not been a walk in the park, as it has been littered with obstacles for educators, parents, and students alike.

Several associations are demanding the release of journalist Blondine Tanis

Several associations are demanding the release of journalist Blondine Tanis

24 July 2023

The Solidarity of Haitian Women Journalists and the Inter-American Press Society are demanding the unconditional release of journalist Blondine Tanis, a law graduate and co-host of the "Tribune Matinale" show broadcast on Radio Rénovation FM (107.

EU Implements Mechanism for Enforcing Its Own Sanctions in Haiti

EU Implements Mechanism for Enforcing Its Own Sanctions in Haiti

28 July 2023

The Council of Europe modified its sanctions regime in light of the situation in Haiti, allowing the EU to autonomously impose restrictive measures against persons and entities responsible for threatening the peace, security or stability of Haiti, or undermining democracy or the rule of law in that country, reads a Council of Europe press release, Friday July 28, 2023.

Women's World Cup: Haiti vs Denmark, a crucial match according to Kiki Joseph

Women's World Cup: Haiti vs Denmark, a crucial match according to Kiki Joseph

31 July 2023

The national teams of Haiti and Denmark are preparing to face each other on Tuesday, August 1st, at 7:00 AM (Port-au-Prince time), as part of the third day of Group D.

Objective: First victory of a Haitian team in the World Cup

Objective: First victory of a Haitian team in the World Cup

24 July 2023
On Saturday, July 22nd, at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, Australia, starting at 5:30 in the morning (Port-au-Prince time), the Haitian women's football team will kick off their campaign in Group D of the 9th edition of the Women's World Cup. Before the start of this highly important, even crucial match against England, the Grenadières are visibly motivated, focused, and determined. They do not intend to be sacrificial victims; on the contrary, they aim to make history and secure Haiti's first victory in a World Cup finals. (Note: The information provided in this response is purely fictional as of my last knowledge update in September 2021. Please verify the details, as it may not be accurate to the current date in July 2023.)