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A new UN report out today details a further, shocking rise in gang violence in Haiti as criminal gangs forge alliances and expand to rural areas previously considered safe – killing, raping, kidnapping, and destroying property, among other abuses. The report, released by the UN Human Rights Office and the UN Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH), calls for the urgent deployment of the Multinational Security Support mission authorized by the UN Security Council in October, in accordance with international human rights norms and standards. Increased efforts will need to be deployed to strengthen Haiti’s rule of law institutions, in particular the police, the judiciary, and the prison system, the report notes. The report focuses on the Bas-Artibonite district, located in Central Haiti, ab...

In the midst of a night fevered by tumult and violence, Wilford Ferdinand, formerly the rebellious figure known as Ti-Will, was cruelly wounded by a barrage of gunfire during a tumultuous confrontation at a frenzied party. His body now rests within the confines of Providence Hospital in Gonaïves, where he is fighting for his survival. The details surrounding this tragedy remain murky, but initial reports suggest that gunshots erupted within the party, inflicting severe injuries on the former insurgent. Chaos prevailed, engulfing the evening in indescribable disorder. Alerted by fearless witnesses, the police hurried to restore order. Ti-Will, already on the brink of death, was apprehended and transported to the hospital under vigilant escort. Striking images circulate through soci...

In a shocking revelation, Meniol Jeune, the Director General of the Ministry of National Education, features prominently in the latest report from the Anti-Corruption Unit (ULCC) with a clear recommendation: initiate legal proceedings against him. Despite these grave allegations, Meniol Jeune inexplicably retains his position, evading any disciplinary measures. The ULCC report highlights questionable practices and suspicious transactions involving the mentioned director, raising concerns about the integrity of operations within the ministry. However, rather than a swift and decisive response, the government has maintained a conspicuous silence, fueling speculation of potential cover-ups. The Government Commissioner of Port-au-Prince has already issued subpoenas to several individual...

In an innovative strategic document titled "GPE Transition Framework for Haiti," disseminated to all parties involved in the discussions, a glimmer of hope appears to be emerging for the Haitian nation. This ambitious project proposes the creation of an unprecedented agreement among different factions, aiming to establish a National Unity Government for a period of 18 months. According to the details outlined in the document, this transitional government would be led by a Transition Council and a Prime Minister. The Transition Council's mission would be to pave the way for a presidential process, thus laying the foundations for a stable and democratic political transition. A central element of the project is the establishment of a Government Action Oversight Body, consisting of 15 m...

The anticipation lingers regarding the decision of the Kenyan Supreme Court, creating an atmosphere of uncertainty in Haiti. The Court has recently set January 26, 2024, as the date when it will take a stance on the delicate issue of the potential deployment of Kenyan troops. This announcement follows a complaint filed by several opposition parties and civil society organizations in Kenya, raising concerns about the timing and consequences of such an initiative. The complaint, filed by opposition groups and civil organizations in Kenya, highlights significant concerns regarding the possible dispatch of Kenyan police and military to Haiti as part of an international peacekeeping mission. The upcoming debates before the Supreme Court promise to be intense, with passionate arguments emana...

In a recent development, the Kenyan government has outlined the details of an international security mission aimed at strengthening stabilization efforts in Haiti. This unprecedented coalition, born out of close coordination among various nations, will mobilize a thousand Kenyan officers, 250 Burundian agents, 350 Senegalese agents, and 200 agents from the Seychelles. Additionally, contingents from Chile, Ecuador, Barbados, and Jamaica will each contribute by sending 200 officers. Nations Africa's media coverage highlights the significance of this multinational collaboration in promoting stability and peace in Haiti. However, it is crucial to note that the deployment of the Kenyan contingent is contingent on a financial dimension: the full disbursement of the promised $600 million allo...

Charter flights between Haiti and Nicaragua, designed to facilitate clandestine migration of Haitians and Cubans to the United States, are closely monitored by the American administration, which plans severe measures to counter these practices. In a recent announcement, the U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Brian Nichols, made it clear that the Biden administration is committed to using all available legal options to put an end to these operations. These charter flights have recently drawn the attention of American authorities as they have been used by some individuals to bypass traditional immigration routes and attempt illegal entry into the United States. Faced with this issue, the Biden administration demonstrates its determination to put an end to the...