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Port-de-Paix Hospital Disrupted After Medical Staff Arrested in Drug Probe

Port-de-Paix Hospital Disrupted After Medical Staff Arrested in Drug Probe

Doctors, nurses, and other medical personnel in the Nord-Ouest department protested on Wednesday, July 23, in Port-de-Paix against the arrest of Dr.

Haitian Catholic Bishops Condemn Brutality of Armed Criminal Groups

Haitian Catholic Bishops Condemn Brutality of Armed Criminal Groups

“Why are the authorities of the State not making their greatest effort to protect what remains of our territory and what should be inviolable, namely: life, liberty, culture, and memory?” asks the Conference of Haitian Bishops, perplexed.

Compas Direct’s Spread Was Slow and Steady, Like a Drip

Compas Direct’s Spread Was Slow and Steady, Like a Drip

When Nemours Jean-Baptiste formed the musical group that would give birth to compas direct on the night of July 25 to 26, 1955, the rhythm was not yet fully defined.

CPT Denounces Liancourt Killings as Police Pledge Strong Retaliation

CPT Denounces Liancourt Killings as Police Pledge Strong Retaliation

The President of the Transitional Presidential Council (CPT), Fritz Alphonse Jean, reacted to the news of the assassination of three police officers by members of the Gran Grif gang in Liancourt on July 22.

The Legendary Journey of Les Frères Déjean

The Legendary Journey of Les Frères Déjean

Second group to emerge and endure after Ibo Combo, Les Frères Déjean left their mark on the Haitian music scene through their exceptional longevity and unique sound. From Pétion-Ville to New York, a look back at half a century of innovation.

The Musical Revolution of Ibo Combo

The Musical Revolution of Ibo Combo

Ibo Combo left its mark on Haitian musical history before continuing its journey in New York during the 1970s.

Deadly Gang Attack in Liancourt: Three Officers Killed, Armored Vehicle Torched

Deadly Gang Attack in Liancourt: Three Officers Killed, Armored Vehicle Torched

At least five people, including three officers from the Departmental Unit for the Maintenance of Order (UDMO), were killed in Liancourt on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 22, 2025, by members of the Gran Grif gang from Savien.

70 Years of Compas Direct: Nemours Jean-Baptiste, the Pioneer

70 Years of Compas Direct: Nemours Jean-Baptiste, the Pioneer

Seventy years ago, on July 26, 1955, a band was born on Sainte-Anne Square that would go on to revolutionize Haitian music: the Conjunto International, the first iteration of what would become the Ensemble Nemours Jean-Baptiste. That night, in front of Chez Maggy, Nemours performed alongside Julien Paul, Wébert Sicot, Monfort Jean-Baptiste, Mozart, and Kreutzer Duroseau.

The Importance of Safeguarding the History of Compas Direct

The Importance of Safeguarding the History of Compas Direct

Compas direct (konpa dirèk in Creole) is celebrating its 70th anniversary, but so far, almost nothing has been done to preserve the memory of this cultural heritage. Invited to Panel Magik on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Clément Bélizaire and Rolls Lainé discussed the need to safeguard the memory of Konpa dirèk.

Compas Direct Evolution Will Continue, the Danger Lies Elsewhere

Compas Direct Evolution Will Continue, the Danger Lies Elsewhere

In the coming days, on the occasion of its 70th anniversary, people will be talking about compas, but much more is needed to give this musical genre the place it deserves in the great book of Haitian life.

Authorities Seek to Relocate IDPs While Ensuring Human Rights

Authorities Seek to Relocate IDPs While Ensuring Human Rights

In response to the security crisis and the humanitarian emergency that have forced thousands of families to flee their homes—particularly in the metropolitan area of Port-au-Prince—the Haitian State says it is taking measures to support the victims.

MPCE to Launch Human Capital Regeneration Program

MPCE to Launch Human Capital Regeneration Program

With a view to finding structural solutions for building a sustainable future in the context of the security and humanitarian crisis, the Ministry of Planning and External Cooperation (MPCE) is preparing to launch a national project to help members of the population rebuild their lives.

Cap-Haïtien: Launch of SOS Road Construction to Open Up the Northern Region

Cap-Haïtien: Launch of SOS Road Construction to Open Up the Northern Region

A new strategic six-kilometer road, linking National Road 1 to National Road 6, is under construction in the Cap-Haïtien region. Launched on Friday, July 18, 2025, the project also includes the construction of a 48-meter bridge and aims to relieve congestion in the city while promoting regional development.

Gerana Nordeus Seeks Justice for Husband's Murder as RNDDH Criticizes Justice Ministry

Gerana Nordeus Seeks Justice for Husband's Murder as RNDDH Criticizes Justice Ministry

Gerana Nordeus, the partner of Joseph Josème, recounted on Magik 9 on Friday, August 23, 2024, the horrific night she experienced on Sunday, August 11, 2024.

Pierre Espérance on Corruption Scandal: "CPT's Future in Jeopardy"

Pierre Espérance on Corruption Scandal: "CPT's Future in Jeopardy"

Pierre Espérance, Executive Director of the National Network for the Defense of Human Rights (RNDDH), commented on the future of the Transitional Presidential Council (TPC) twenty-four hours after the interrogation of advisors Smith Augustin, Gérald Gilles, and Emmanuel Vertilaire in relation to the "bribery solicitation" investigation led by the Anti-Corruption Unit (ULCC) following accusations from the former Chairman of the Board of the National Credit Bank (BNC).

USA Presents Itself as Facilitator for "Normal Relations Between the Dominican Republic and Haiti"

USA Presents Itself as Facilitator for "Normal Relations Between the Dominican Republic and Haiti"

The United States hopes to see "normal relations between the Dominican Republic and Haiti" and is willing to play a facilitating role, said Brian A.

Minister of Economy and Finance Updates on the 2023 2024 Budget Revision

Minister of Economy and Finance Updates on the 2023 2024 Budget Revision

The CPT-PM executive branch released the decree adjusting the initial 2023-2024 budget. In an interview with Le Nouvelliste, Minister of Economy and Finance Ketleen Florestal discusses the increase in security spending, government social programs, mobilization of funds from the IMF and the Treasury to finance these programs, the low level of absorption of the investment budget, the lack of budgetary support for the fiscal year, the decision to avoid monetary financing from the BRH, and the notable decrease in external debt payments.

Will Blinken's Visit Alter the Course of Events in Haiti?

Will Blinken's Visit Alter the Course of Events in Haiti?

Although Haiti has had new authorities in place for months, the acute, multifaceted crisis facing the country remains unresolved.

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