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A Strategic Move to Starve Gangs of Millions in Monthly Funds

A Strategic Move to Starve Gangs of Millions in Monthly Funds

The ban on the transit of goods through the Dominican Republic aims to deprive criminal gangs of 60 to 75 million dollars annually, extracted through the extortion of containers; to limit their access to weapons, ammunition, and resources used to recruit more young people, said the Minister of Economy and Finance, Alfred Metellus, in an interview with Le Nouvelliste on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

Will Haiti Turn to Private Firms in the Fight Against Armed Gangs?

Will Haiti Turn to Private Firms in the Fight Against Armed Gangs?

The Haitian government is not ruling out the possibility of turning to international private firms to address gang violence, Le Nouvelliste has learned.

Trump Administration Notifies Congress of Plan to Classify Haitian Gangs as Terror Groups

Trump Administration Notifies Congress of Plan to Classify Haitian Gangs as Terror Groups

The Trump administration has notified Congress of its intention to designate Haitian gangs as foreign terrorist organizations, individuals familiar with the notification told the Associated Press, according to a dispatch dated Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

Can This Transition Still Be Saved?

Can This Transition Still Be Saved?

The Transitional Presidential Council has just marked the first anniversary of its rise to power.

MSS: Kenya Calls for Proper Gear to Tackle Armed Gangs

MSS: Kenya Calls for Proper Gear to Tackle Armed Gangs

The spokesperson for the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS), Jack Ombaka, called on contributing countries to honor their commitments by providing appropriate equipment to help restore peace in Haiti.

Haitian Woman Marie Ange Blaise Dies in U.S. Immigration Custody

Haitian Woman Marie Ange Blaise Dies in U.S. Immigration Custody

Marie Ange Blaise, 44, who had been detained by U.

The PNH Presents Its April Report

The PNH Presents Its April Report

Twenty-six firearms were seized, forty individuals were arrested, and several roads were cleared during operations conducted by the Haitian National Police (PNH) from April 1 to the present date. This was revealed by PNH spokesperson Michel-Ange Louis-Jeune during a press conference held on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the General Directorate of the institution located in Clercine.

EDH Clients Affected by Recent Meter Modification

EDH Clients Affected by Recent Meter Modification

Several customers of Electricité d’Haïti (EDH) are experiencing the consequences of a change implemented by the institution in its electricity distribution services. From an online prepaid system to an offline prepaid system, these clients are struggling to adapt, as EDH rolled out this update without any prior notice.

Haiti Faces Challenges in Using Allocated IMF Funds

Haiti Faces Challenges in Using Allocated IMF Funds

At this stage, the Haitian State has already spent nearly 40 to 60 million U.

The 31st Edition of Livres en Folie Scheduled for June 19

The 31st Edition of Livres en Folie Scheduled for June 19

The 31st edition of Livres en folie will take place on June 19 under the theme “Understanding Haiti through our reference books: anthologies, codes, dictionaries, encyclopedias…”, announced Le Nouvelliste director Max Chauvet on April 28, 2025.

Haiti: How to Make Things Even Worse...

Haiti: How to Make Things Even Worse...

“How to make things worse” no longer appears as a question in Haiti these days.

The private sector's silence is deeply pathetic

The private sector's silence is deeply pathetic

In Port-au-Prince and its surroundings, it is war.

André Michel Escapes Danger Thanks to Dominican Troops in Ouanaminthe

André Michel Escapes Danger Thanks to Dominican Troops in Ouanaminthe

Spotted on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the northern Haiti–Dominican Republic border, attorney André Michel was verbally assaulted by Haitian nationals near the immigration office in Dajabón.

Human Rights Advocate Mario Joseph Has Passed Away

Human Rights Advocate Mario Joseph Has Passed Away

Lawyer Mario Joseph, 62 years old, head of the Bureau des Avocats Internationaux (BAI), died from injuries sustained in a traffic accident over the weekend, Le Nouvelliste has learned.

Port-au-Prince: What to Do When Nothing Can Be Done?

Port-au-Prince: What to Do When Nothing Can Be Done?

The existential question to ask oneself in Port-au-Prince these days is: what to do when nothing can be done?

Every resident of Port-au-Prince—those living in the last neighborhoods not yet attacked by gangs—asks themselves this question while devising plans, wondering how much time they have left before meeting the same fate as the others.

Governance and Security: Haitian Government Finalizes Its Amended 2024–2025 Budget

Governance and Security: Haitian Government Finalizes Its Amended 2024–2025 Budget

Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé chaired a Government Council meeting on Thursday, March 27, 2025, to review, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office, major measures including public procurement reform and the 2024–2025 revised budget, with the aim of intensifying the fight against gangs and responding to the humanitarian emergency.

Poet Anthony Phelps Has Passed Away

Poet Anthony Phelps Has Passed Away

The literary world is in mourning. Anthony Phelps, renowned poet, novelist, and storyteller, passed away during the night of Monday, March 10, to Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in Montreal. He was 96 years old.

Civil Society Organizations Oppose the Holding of the Referendum

Civil Society Organizations Oppose the Holding of the Referendum

Several representatives of civil society organizations expressed their disagreement with the holding of the referendum during a meeting with members of the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) on Monday, March 24, 2025, at the Karibe Hotel.

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