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Bandits Launch Another Attack, CPT Remains in Talks

Bandits Launch Another Attack, CPT Remains in Talks

Armed gang attacks continue against neighborhoods while the transition process, led by the Presidential Council, struggles to gain momentum.

Before May 19: What to Know About Dominican Republic Elections

Before May 19: What to Know About Dominican Republic Elections

Over the past five years, the Dominican Republic made progress in terms of democracy, distinguishing itself in a region where these values are in decline. The upcoming elections on May 19th will test the ruling party. The current president, Luis Abinader, leads the presidential race and enjoys high approval ratings. These elections are significant for the Caribbean, particularly regarding issues such as migration and the crisis in Haiti. But what do these elections mean for Dominicans?

Mayor Sounds the Alarm on Rising Insecurity in Carrefour

Mayor Sounds the Alarm on Rising Insecurity in Carrefour

For several years, the commune of Carrefour has been plagued by a disturbing rise in insecurity.

MyCANAL: The Latest Mobile App from Canal+

MyCANAL: The Latest Mobile App from Canal+

On May 15, Canal+ announced in a press release the launch of its mobile application in Haiti.

Port-de-Paix OFATMA Hospital Inaugurated to Provide Care for Nord'Ouest and Artibonite Populations

Port-de-Paix OFATMA Hospital Inaugurated to Provide Care for Nord'Ouest and Artibonite Populations

The official opening of the OFATMA University Hospital Center in Port-de-Paix took place on Monday, May 13, 2024, with an open house at the institution's premises. Free medical care was provided to the public during the event.

Jacmel Readies Itself for Flag and University Day Commemoration

Jacmel Readies Itself for Flag and University Day Commemoration

Despite the current situation in the country, marked by gang violence, the city of Jacmel plans to commemorate Flag and University Day on May 18, 2024. Activities such as a Te Deum, panel discussions, cultural performances, fairs, and parades are among the events planned in the city of Alcius Charmant.

2023: The Year Dominated by Forced Migration and Repatriations

2023: The Year Dominated by Forced Migration and Repatriations

Migration movements in Haiti continue to present major challenges, especially with the forced returns of Haitians to their country of origin. These returns, often resulting from attempts at irregular migration, raise concerns about the safety and reintegration of the individuals concerned into their original community, as indicated by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in a study published on May 12, 2024.

Nesmy Manigat Visits Several Schools in Cap-Haïtien Ahead of May 18 Celebration

Nesmy Manigat Visits Several Schools in Cap-Haïtien Ahead of May 18 Celebration

The Minister of National Education and Vocational Training, Nesmy Manigat, and the departmental director of the Ministry of National Education, Maurice Firmin, visited several educational institutions, music schools, and the workshop of the Sacré Cœur Institute in Cap-Haïtien on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in preparation for the parade on May 18, celebrated this year under the theme "Ann rasanble anba drapo n" (Let's gather under our flag).

Bandits Force Over 250 Families to Flee Gressier, Taking Refuge in Léogâne's Public Square

Bandits Force Over 250 Families to Flee Gressier, Taking Refuge in Léogâne's Public Square

The armed attack on Gressier last Friday, May 10, forced over 4,400 people to leave their homes, according to a report provided by IOM.

Sunrise Airlines Resumes Flights, Both Domestic and International, from Port-au-Prince

Sunrise Airlines Resumes Flights, Both Domestic and International, from Port-au-Prince

Sunrise Airways is back at Port-au-Prince's Toussaint Louverture International Airport.