Vehicle owners who have fallen behind on their insurance payments now have a new opportunity to regularize their status. The Office d’Assurance Véhicules Contre Tiers (OAVCT) has announced a special campaign that will run from June 22 to July 22, 2026.

The announcement was made on June 18 by the institution’s General Directorate. The initiative applies exclusively to vehicles owned by private individuals.

Under the campaign, motorcycle owners with two to three years of unpaid premiums will only be required to pay for one year in order to renew their insurance policy.

Meanwhile, owners of cars, SUVs, and trucks with at least four years of arrears will be allowed to regularize their coverage by paying the equivalent of only two years of premiums.

Through this initiative, OAVCT aims to encourage drivers to comply with legal requirements while benefiting from exceptional conditions.

The institution is urging all concerned vehicle owners to take advantage of the campaign before it closes on July 22.

“Take advantage of this special campaign to regularize your situation,” OAVCT stated in a communiqué signed by its Director General, Me Jocelin Pierre.

A new provision in Haiti’s electoral decree is expected to prevent several individuals sanctioned by the United States and Canada from participating in upcoming elections.

Under Article 153, subsection 20, of the decree published on June 2, all candidates must present a certificate from the Bank of the Republic of Haiti (BRH) proving their financial solvency and good standing within the banking system.

The certificate confirms that applicants are not bankrupt, insolvent, barred from using checks, or involved in recurring payment-related incidents.For many individuals under international sanctions, obtaining such a document may prove impossible.

Sanctions often result in exclusion from banking services and financial restrictions, effectively preventing affected individuals from meeting the electoral requirement.Failure to provide the BRH certificate automatically disqualifies a candidate from the registration process.

The measure is therefore seen as a significant obstacle for sanctioned political figures, substantially reducing their chances of competing in future national and local elections

The Director General of the Office d’Assurance Véhicules Contre Tiers (OAVCT), Me Jocelin Pierre, arrived in Cap-Haïtien on Wednesday accompanied by a high-level delegation as part of an official tour across Northern Haiti aimed at strengthening the institution’s regional operations.

The mission is part of the OAVCT’s ongoing modernization agenda and commitment to improving service delivery nationwide. During the tour, the delegation will assess the operational status of regional offices and provide essential equipment to enhance administrative efficiency and better serve policyholders and the general public.

According to the Directorate General, the initiative reflects a broader vision of bringing public services closer to citizens while ensuring that regional branches are adequately equipped to meet growing demands. The visit will also allow officials to identify challenges faced by local offices and implement solutions designed to improve performance and customer satisfaction.

A major highlight of the tour will take place on Thursday, June 11, with the inauguration of the new OAVCT office in Ouanaminthe. The opening of this facility marks another significant step in the institution’s expansion strategy and demonstrates its commitment to strengthening its presence throughout the country.

Under the leadership of Me Jocelin Pierre, the OAVCT continues to pursue reforms focused on modernization, accessibility, and institutional efficiency. The Directorate General reaffirmed its determination to provide high-quality services tailored to the needs of the Haitian population while reinforcing the institution’s role as a key public service provider across the national territory.

Several of Haiti’s leading business associations have issued a joint statement urging the Government and the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) to work together in good faith to remove obstacles that could jeopardize the smooth continuation of the electoral process.

In the press release, the signatory organizations stressed that holding credible, transparent, and widely accepted elections remains one of the few sustainable solutions to the political, security, economic, and social crises that have affected Haiti for years. They emphasized that the nation’s best interests and the well-being of the Haitian people must remain the primary guiding principles for all decisions related to the electoral process.

The business groups also noted that the recently adopted electoral decree establishes several key principles essential to ensuring the credibility of the elections, including integrity, transparency, impartiality, inclusiveness, and modernization.

They highlighted important improvements in the professionalization of electoral structures, the updating of the voter registry, the financial transparency of the CEP, and the reliability of results transmission.However, the associations emphasized that the success of these measures will depend on their effective implementation. They called for clear procedures, rigorous technical protocols, transparent oversight mechanisms, and meaningful access for observers during critical stages of the electoral process.

The organizations further encouraged the Government, the CEP, and all relevant institutions to act with responsibility, dialogue, and a spirit of cooperation so that upcoming elections can contribute to restoring institutional stability, strengthening democratic legitimacy, and creating the conditions necessary for national recovery.

The signatories reaffirmed their willingness to support any constructive and non-partisan initiative aimed at enhancing the credibility, efficiency, and integrity of Haiti’s electoral process.

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is scheduled to visit Haiti on June 16 as the country continues to face a worsening security and humanitarian crisis.

During his visit, the UN chief will tour displacement camps in the Port-au-Prince metropolitan area to assess the living conditions of families forced to flee gang violence.Guterres is also expected to hold talks with the de facto Prime Minister on the ongoing challenges facing the country.

In recent months, the United Nations has repeatedly warned about the rapid deterioration of the situation in Haiti, where more than 1.5 million people have been displaced by armed gang attacks and insecurity.

The visit underscores growing international concern over the humanitarian emergency and the urgent need for measures to restore security and stability.

Haiti’s security crisis continues to worsen as armed gangs expand their control and criminal activities across the country. According to information gathered by our newsroom, approximately 15 kidnapping cases were reported during the past weekend alone.

Among the victims was a police officer who was abducted along with her child in Delmas 40B by heavily armed individuals. The incident has sparked renewed concern over the growing vulnerability of both civilians and law enforcement personnel.

Despite the surge in kidnappings and gang violence, authorities have yet to announce concrete measures to address the deteriorating security situation.

Critics accuse government officials of remaining silent while criminal groups operate with near-total impunity.

As fear spreads among the population, many citizens are demanding urgent action to restore security and protect lives across the nation.

Several political organizations and civil society groups have accused Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé of attempting to take control of Haiti’s electoral process in order to benefit a specific political faction.

In a public statement, the groups expressed concern over what they described as an authoritarian drift that could undermine the credibility of future elections.The organizations firmly rejected what they called any electoral “charade” conducted in disregard of the law and democratic principles.

They demanded the immediate restoration of the independence of the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) and called for the establishment of genuine conditions for free, fair, and transparent elections.

They also urged Haitian citizens to stand up peacefully and with dignity in defense of democracy, institutional integrity, and the rule of law.

Haiti’s security crisis continues to worsen. According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), nearly 1.5 million people have been forcibly displaced due to escalating gang violence across the country.

Women and children make up the majority of those affected by this massive humanitarian crisis.

As thousands of families struggle to survive in overcrowded shelters and precarious living conditions, critics argue that the government has failed to take meaningful action to protect civilians or assist displaced populations. Instead, de facto Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé has come under criticism for prioritizing an electoral decree reportedly aimed at increasing control over the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP).

This move has further fueled political tensions while insecurity and human suffering continue to spread throughout the country.

Haiti’s Office of Third-Party Vehicle Insurance (OAVCT) and the Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP) are considering a strategic partnership aimed at improving first aid services in OAVCT offices across the country.

As part of this initiative, OAVCT Director General Me Jocelin Pierre met on Tuesday with MSPP Director General Dr. Gabriel Timothée to discuss the framework of a collaboration designed to enhance healthcare support within the institution’s nationwide network.According to OAVCT officials, the proposed partnership seeks to improve the supply of medications, medical equipment, and other essential materials needed to provide first aid services to both employees and users of the institution.

During the meeting, both parties reviewed potential mechanisms that would facilitate the distribution of these critical resources. The MSPP welcomed the initiative and expressed its commitment to supporting OAVCT in bringing the project to fruition.Dr. Margareth Delima, head of OAVCT’s Medical Department, stated that the institution’s various offices will soon be equipped with medicines and first aid supplies to better address the immediate needs of staff and the public.

Through this effort, OAVCT reaffirmed its commitment to improving public services and promoting the well-being of citizens. The planned collaboration with the Ministry of Health represents a significant step toward expanding access to basic healthcare services and strengthening emergency response capabilities within public institutions.

Both organizations have agreed to continue discussions in the coming weeks to finalize the terms of the partnership, which is expected to benefit thousands of Haitians who rely on OAVCT services throughout the country.

The entourage of former Haitian Foreign Affairs Minister Dominique Dupuy has categorically rejected rumors alleging that she awarded a contract to her husband, Jean-Cyril Pressoir, describing the claims as part of a coordinated disinformation campaign aimed at damaging her reputation.

Speaking with our newsroom, a source close to Dupuy sought to set the record straight and challenged anyone to produce a single piece of tangible evidence proving that she ever employed, favored, or granted any contract to her husband while serving in public office.”Let them produce a document, a signature, or any concrete act. We are still waiting for proof,” the source said, dismissing the allegations as baseless and malicious.

According to Dupuy’s entourage, what is particularly striking is the selective nature of the attacks. In Haiti’s political landscape, where questions surrounding public contracts and governance frequently emerge, they argue that Dominique Dupuy appears to be singled out with unusual persistence and intensity.”No other political figure of her stature has been subjected to such a relentless accumulation of accusations,” the source stated, suggesting that the campaign against her appears to be politically motivated rather than driven by a genuine concern for transparency or accountability.Her supporters also point to the timing of the allegations.

They note that the attacks intensified shortly after Dupuy’s two most recent public interventions, which generated significant attention and discussion among Haitians both at home and abroad.”It is not a coincidence that these accusations surfaced after her recent public statements resonated so strongly with the public. Dominique Dupuy spoke, people listened, and clearly that has unsettled some interests. People are not targeted with this level of determination unless they are seen as influential,” the source added.

For Dupuy’s entourage, the central question is no longer the content of the accusations, but rather their origin. Who is spreading these claims, and for what purpose?They are calling on journalists, civil society, and the public to exercise caution and critical judgment in the face of what they describe as a deliberate strategy to undermine the credibility of a political figure whose growing influence may be causing discomfort within certain circles.

As the controversy continues, Dupuy’s supporters maintain that accusations alone cannot replace evidence and insist that any serious allegation should be supported by verifiable facts rather than speculation or political rhetoric.