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Port-au-Prince: What to Do When Nothing Can Be Done?

Port-au-Prince: What to Do When Nothing Can Be Done?

The existential question to ask oneself in Port-au-Prince these days is: what to do when nothing can be done?

Every resident of Port-au-Prince—those living in the last neighborhoods not yet attacked by gangs—asks themselves this question while devising plans, wondering how much time they have left before meeting the same fate as the others.

No one has become a member of the Presidential Transition Council yet, here are the conditions to meet to become one.

No one has become a member of the Presidential Transition Council yet, here are the conditions to meet to become one.

While the Council of Ministers published the decree establishing the Presidential Transition Council on Friday, April 12, 2024, the members of this structure have not yet been appointed.

Haiti-USA: Ambassador Switch or Policy Shift?

Haiti-USA: Ambassador Switch or Policy Shift?

A brand new American diplomat has assumed office in Port-au-Prince since March 26th.

CPS Goes Shipless for a Month, No Maritime Line Arrivals Expected

CPS Goes Shipless for a Month, No Maritime Line Arrivals Expected

The  majority of commercial transportation between Haiti and abroad is done by sea.

Denis Hankins Appointed as New US Ambassador to Haiti

Denis Hankins Appointed as New US Ambassador to Haiti

The US Senate voted 89 to 1 to confirm Mr.

Those Who Depart and Those Who Struggle

Those Who Depart and Those Who Struggle

Helicopters of all nationalities continue their dance in the sky of Port-au-Prince to evacuate foreigners wishing to leave Haiti.

Haiti: Who Still Wants the Multinational Security Support Mission?

Haiti: Who Still Wants the Multinational Security Support Mission?

Since the United States of America pushed Prime Minister Ariel Henry to resign a few days after his government signed an agreement with the government of Kenya to allow the deployment of Kenyan police officers in Haiti, there has been no more mention of the Multinational Security Support Mission authorized by United Nations Security Council Resolution 2699 adopted since October 2, 2023.

Poet Anthony Phelps Has Passed Away

Poet Anthony Phelps Has Passed Away

The literary world is in mourning. Anthony Phelps, renowned poet, novelist, and storyteller, passed away during the night of Monday, March 10, to Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Montreal. He was 96 years old.

The private sector's silence is deeply pathetic

The private sector's silence is deeply pathetic

In Port-au-Prince and its surroundings, it is war.

André Michel Escapes Danger Thanks to Dominican Troops in Ouanaminthe

André Michel Escapes Danger Thanks to Dominican Troops in Ouanaminthe

Spotted on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the northern Haiti–Dominican Republic border, attorney André Michel was verbally assaulted by Haitian nationals near the immigration office in Dajabón.

Caricom's First Meeting with Haiti's Transition Presidential Council

Caricom's First Meeting with Haiti's Transition Presidential Council

Following an initial meeting on Friday, March 22, 2024, the nine members of the Presidential Council will once again meet with Caricom this Saturday, March 23, at 5 p.m. to provide mechanisms for the selection of the Council's president, the choice of the Prime Minister, and their decision on who has the right to vote on the Council...

Status Update on National Roads Amidst Crisis

Status Update on National Roads Amidst Crisis

The security situation on national roads remains quite concerning despite a semblance of calm observed in recent weeks, as armed gangs continue to enforce their laws across the Port-au-Prince metropolitan region.

"Sending the Decree to the Council of Ministers for Publication Was a Mistake," Me Sonnet Saint Louis Says

"Sending the Decree to the Council of Ministers for Publication Was a Mistake," Me Sonnet Saint Louis Says

In a crisis situation without legal and constitutional reference in terms of political governance, in a context where Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced his resignation over a month ago, the Presidential Transition Council did not need the approval of the Council of Ministers to assume power, according to the analysis of Me Sonnet Saint Louis, a constitutional law professor.

Civil Society Organizations Oppose the Holding of the Referendum

Civil Society Organizations Oppose the Holding of the Referendum

Several representatives of civil society organizations expressed their disagreement with the holding of the referendum during a meeting with members of the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) on Monday, March 24, 2025, at the Karibe Hotel.

Meet Jean-Claude Théogène: Vice President of the Court of Cassation

Meet Jean-Claude Théogène: Vice President of the Court of Cassation

Jean-Claude Théogène, a native of Cap-Haïtien, joined the Court of Cassation in February 2019 as vice president. Far from the spotlight of Port-au-Prince, Magistrate Théogène, with his 38 years of experience and as a university professor, built his reputation in his native region before reaching the highest level of the Haitian judiciary.

Government Implements Two Resolutions for Administrative Control Service Continuity

Government Implements Two Resolutions for Administrative Control Service Continuity

The Council of Ministers has adopted two exceptional resolutions aimed at ensuring the continuity of administrative control services until May 7, 2024.

Cry of Distress: Farmer's Lamentation Over Agricultural Losses Due to Insecurity

Cry of Distress: Farmer's Lamentation Over Agricultural Losses Due to Insecurity

Farmers in certain regions controlled by gangs are facing serious challenges in selling their produce. "Since the death of President Jovenel Moïse, the situation has become extremely critical," stated Thony Préval, CEO of the Thony Biogas Association for Environmental Protection and Development (ATBPDE), on March 14th.

Transitioning from King Henry to the Presidential Council

Transitioning from King Henry to the Presidential Council

Haiti is slowly moving towards a major governance change.

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