Gros Moteur rara band keeps the rhythm of resistance alive in Gonaïves after 96 years

As a tradition, each Good Friday, Gros Moteur’s members circle the sacred Lakou Souvenance seven times in a symbolic procession. Then, on the last Palm Sunday that falls in the Rara season, they all dress entirely in white, heeding the spiritual instruction passed down through a servant of the Lakou Souvenance, said to be inspired by Fernand Bien-Aimé’s deceased father, a member of the rara band. The post Gros Moteur rara band keeps the rhythm of resistance alive in Gonaïves […]

2025-06-15

Crime & Justice

Kenyan police death toll rises as gangs torch three armored vehicles in Artibonite ambush

The Kenya-led multinational mission and Haitian police face growing losses as gang violence spreads in Artibonite and beyond. Officials call for better equipment to counter increasingly sophisticated gang tactics. The post Kenyan police death toll rises as gangs torch three armored vehicles in Artibonite ambush appeared first on The Haitian Times. Kenyan police death toll rises as gangs torch three armored vehicles in Artibonite ambush was first posted on March 26, 2025 at 1:11 pm.

2025-03-26 3

Arts & Culture

Gonaïves kicks off pre-Easter rara festivities with hypnotic rhythms | PHOTOS

During the official launch of this year’s pre-Easter Week celebrations, multiple “rara” bands captivated hundreds of revelers, who couldn’t resist moving with the music. The performers blended trumpets, bamboo instruments, drums, and metal funnels to create the signature “rara” sound. The 2025 Easter Week will run from April 13 to April 20, bringing with it an explosion of sound, movement, and spiritual energy. The post Gonaïves kicks off pre-Easter rara festivities with hypnotic rhythms | PHOTOS appeared first on The […]

2025-03-25 3

Crime & Justice

Left to burn: Gonaïves, a city of almost 400,000, has gone nearly a decade without a fire truck

For a decade, Gonaïves has had no fire department, leaving residents defenseless as fires destroy homes, markets, and businesses. The post Left to burn: Gonaïves, a city of almost 400,000, has gone nearly a decade without a fire truck appeared first on The Haitian Times. Left to burn: Gonaïves, a city of almost 400,000, has gone nearly a decade without a fire truck was first posted on March 14, 2025 at 5:40 pm.

2025-03-14 1

Crime & Justice

Haiti police arrest seven Kokorat San Ras gang members in minibus raid amid spiraling violence

The arrests are a rare bright spot for the PNH, which has faced criticism for its inability to stem gang violence. Limited resources have further complicated efforts to combat the gangs. While armored vehicles and patrols have been deployed to hotspots, many areas remain under gang control, with transport routes and aid deliveries severely disrupted. The post Haiti police arrest seven Kokorat San Ras gang members in minibus raid amid spiraling violence appeared first on The Haitian Times. Haiti police […]

2025-01-28 2

Crime & Justice

Haitian police officer kills one and injures four after pay dispute at Gonaïves nightclub

Witnesses described a chaotic scene at a club restaurant in Gonaïves the weekend before Christmas as a police officer fired multiple shots during a dispute over drink payments, killing one individual and wounding five others. Two of the injured are in critical condition and undergoing surgery at La Providence Hospital. The post Haitian police officer kills one and injures four after pay dispute at Gonaïves nightclub appeared first on The Haitian Times. Haitian police officer kills one and injures four […]

2024-12-31 3

Crime & Justice

Families in Haiti’s Petite-Rivière de l’Artibonite report climbing death toll following brutal attack | BREAKING NEWS

As of noon on Wednesday, the reports on the number of victims in the region were incomplete, as it is tough for journalists to access these gang-infested areas for coverage amid the violence and connectivity issues. The post Families in Haiti’s Petite-Rivière de l’Artibonite report climbing death toll following brutal attack | BREAKING NEWS appeared first on The Haitian Times. Families in Haiti’s Petite-Rivière de l’Artibonite report climbing death toll following brutal attack | BREAKING NEWS was first posted on […]

2024-12-11 4

Arts & Culture

The sounds and sights of Gonaïves’ Vodou festival captivate audiences, challenge stereotypes and foster resilience

Under the glow of candles and vibrant lights, Gonaïves’ second annual Vodou festival celebrates Haitian heritage through music, dance, and rituals. While insecurity lingers, Vodou practitioners reject claims of gang ties, focusing instead on unity and resilience. Festival runs weekends through Jan. 6, 2025. The post The sounds and sights of Gonaïves’ Vodou festival captivate audiences, challenge stereotypes and foster resilience appeared first on The Haitian Times. The sounds and sights of Gonaïves’ Vodou festival captivate audiences, challenge stereotypes and […]

2024-11-20 3

Arts & Culture

The sounds and sights of Gonaïve’s Vodou festival captivates audiences, challenges stereotypes and fosters resilience

Under the glow of candles and vibrant lights, Gonaïves’ second annual Vodou festival celebrates Haitian heritage through music, dance, and rituals. While insecurity lingers, Vodou practitioners reject claims of gang ties, focusing instead on unity and resilience. Festival runs weekends through Jan. 6, 2025. The post The sounds and sights of Gonaïve’s Vodou festival captivates audiences, challenges stereotypes and fosters resilience appeared first on The Haitian Times. The sounds and sights of Gonaïve’s Vodou festival captivates audiences, challenges stereotypes and […]

2024-11-18 6

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