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Haiti textile workers reject government’s modest pay raise, maintain strike

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Haiti textile workers reject government’s modest pay raise, maintain strike

Workers in Haiti’s northeast say the minimum wage increase of $2.40 per day is not enough as living costs soar. While some have returned to work after a weeks-long strike, many continue to protest, slowing operations at CODEVI in Ouanminthe—one of the country’s largest industrial hubs. The post Haiti textile workers reject government’s modest pay raise, maintain strike appeared first on The Haitian Times.

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Dozens in Haiti rely on savings groups to access credit where bank loans are unavailable

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Dozens in Haiti rely on savings groups to access credit where bank loans are unavailable

Introduced after the 2010 earthquake to boost economic resilience, the Village Savings and Loan Associations (AVÈK) have supported financial inclusion and entrepreneurship across Haiti. However, their sustainability remains challenged by repayment risks, lack of guarantees, and ongoing economic instability. The post Dozens in Haiti rely on savings groups to access credit where bank loans are unavailable appeared first on The Haitian Times.

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Promises of fast cash pull Haitians into JBS, harsh conditions push them out — and to strike

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Promises of fast cash pull Haitians into JBS, harsh conditions push them out — and to strike

Workers describe a high-speed production environment where carcasses move along a “disassembly line,” broken down with power knives, saws and hooks. Floors are often slick with blood and grease, while noise, chemicals and heat create hazardous conditions. The post Promises of fast cash pull Haitians into JBS, harsh conditions push them out — and to strike appeared first on The Haitian Times.

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