Category Haiti

Des leaders d’organisations de la société civile applaudissent l’opération des forces de l’ordre dans le repaire du gang de Village de Dieu. L’opération, qui s’était déroulée pendant toute la journée du lundi 1 juin 2026, s’est poursuivie ce mardi. Des…

Overview: Haitian-Canadian interdisciplinary artist Laurena Finéus uses painting, performance and community-centered practice to examine migration, maroon histories and Black geographies. Her first New York City solo exhibition, “Cautionary Tales: A Symphony of Anger/Kòlè,” at Fridman Gallery in Manhattan presents lush,…

Overview: Haiti’s National Police has added 1,200 new recruits to its ranks as authorities seek to strengthen a force struggling to contain escalating gang violence. The May 29 graduation ceremony took place hours before three police officers and a civilian…

Overview: As Haiti prepares for its first World Cup appearance in more than 50 years, fans who long supported Brazil are shifting their loyalty to the Grenadiers, finding hope and pride amid gang violence, displacement and hunger. PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP)…

Overview: The Haitian Times’ sports reporter, Onz Chéry, analyzes five areas Haiti should address before entering the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 13. His analysis covers tactics and personnel while remaining grounded in a recurring reality of Haitian soccer.…

Overview: French lawmakers have voted to repeal a 17th-century law that governed enslaved people in France’s colonies. The National Assembly on Thursday unanimously approved the bill to repeal Code Noir. The decree was signed in 1685 by King Louis XIV.…

Overview: As Haiti participates in the World Cup for the first time in 52 years, a wave of Haitian and Haitian American designers has released their own takes on the national soccer jersey, blending pride, storytelling and style. Saeta has…

Overview: In the lead-up to Mother’s Day in Haiti, the International Lawyers’ Office (BAI) and grassroots women’s organizations called on the government to strengthen protection and support for women affected by gang violence. Activists say mothers are bearing the brunt…

Overview: Zed Airlines began operating flights to and from the United States on May 22. Travelers hope this competition to long-established carrier Sunrise Airways will improve service quality. NEW YORK — Travelers welcomed the arrival of Zed Airlines for flights…

Overview: Haiti officially launched two specialized judicial units on May 27 in Port-au-Prince to investigate and prosecute mass atrocities, sexual violence, corruption, financial crimes and electoral offenses tied to gangs and organized crime. Authorities describe the initiative as a major…