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Haïti’s women demand government support for modern agriculture on World Day of Rural Women 

Economy

Haïti’s women demand government support for modern agriculture on World Day of Rural Women 

In the sun-baked village of Passe-Catabois, in Haiti’s Northwest department, women gathered on Oct. 15 to mark the World Day of Rural Women, an event aimed at highlighting the critical role of women in rural communities. While the focus was on creating more inclusive policies and support for women toward sustainable development, the elephant in the room was hard to ignore: access to modern tools and equipment. The post Haïti’s women demand government support for modern agriculture on World Day […]

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Haiti’s government mobilizes elite forces in response to a recent surge in gang violence

Crime & Justice

Haiti’s government mobilizes elite forces in response to a recent surge in gang violence

In these attacks, several people have been killed, including residents and gang members, as well as many others injured, including two police officers and two soldiers. The post Haiti’s government mobilizes elite forces in response to a recent surge in gang violence appeared first on The Haitian Times. Haiti’s government mobilizes elite forces in response to a recent surge in gang violence was first posted on October 23, 2024 at 7:45 am.

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Robert Julien, educator and community leader, dies at 76

Haitian Diaspora

Robert Julien, educator and community leader, dies at 76

Robert Julien, an educator and community leader, passed away at 76. His legacy includes decades of service to Boston’s Haitian community and a dream of building hospitals in Haiti. The post Robert Julien, educator and community leader, dies at 76 appeared first on The Haitian Times. Robert Julien, educator and community leader, dies at 76 was first posted on October 22, 2024 at 8:15 am.

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Northeast Haiti commemorates Dessalines with cultural events, paying homage to his legacy of unity and action 

Haiti

Northeast Haiti commemorates Dessalines with cultural events, paying homage to his legacy of unity and action 

Students and community members in Northeast Haiti participated in activities to honor the life and legacy of Jean-Jacques Dessalines. The post Northeast Haiti commemorates Dessalines with cultural events, paying homage to his legacy of unity and action  appeared first on The Haitian Times. Northeast Haiti commemorates Dessalines with cultural events, paying homage to his legacy of unity and action  was first posted on October 22, 2024 at 8:35 am.

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Early voting begins in Florida for the 2024 election

2024 election

Early voting begins in Florida for the 2024 election

Florida’s early voting period for the 2024 general election begins today, offering residents a convenient way to cast their ballots ahead of the official Election Day on Nov. 5. Registered […] The post Early voting begins in Florida for the 2024 election appeared first on The Haitian Times. Early voting begins in Florida for the 2024 election was first posted on October 21, 2024 at 3:30 pm.

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Haitian official accused of using fake security unit to seize land, harass residents

BSAP

Haitian official accused of using fake security unit to seize land, harass residents

These unauthorized agents have reportedly been involved in land grabs and unlawfully searching young men late at night, residents told The Haitian Times. The post Haitian official accused of using fake security unit to seize land, harass residents appeared first on The Haitian Times. Haitian official accused of using fake security unit to seize land, harass residents was first posted on October 21, 2024 at 10:31 am.

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UN Security Council extends sanctions and arms embargo on Haiti as gang violence escalates

gang violence

UN Security Council extends sanctions and arms embargo on Haiti as gang violence escalates

The United Nations Security Council has renewed sanctions on Haiti, citing a surge in gang violence, kidnappings, and arms trafficking that continues to destabilize the country. Resolution 2752, passed on […] The post UN Security Council extends sanctions and arms embargo on Haiti as gang violence escalates appeared first on The Haitian Times. UN Security Council extends sanctions and arms embargo on Haiti as gang violence escalates was first posted on October 20, 2024 at 7:25 am.

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Three residents killed, two Haitian police officers injured in Port-au-Prince gang attack 

Arcahaie Haiti

Three residents killed, two Haitian police officers injured in Port-au-Prince gang attack 

The day commemorating the 218th anniversary of Emperor Jacques I's assassination was marked by heightened tension in Port-au-Prince, with reports of banditry in various parts of the Haitian capital, particularly in Solino. The post Three residents killed, two Haitian police officers injured in Port-au-Prince gang attack  appeared first on The Haitian Times. Three residents killed, two Haitian police officers injured in Port-au-Prince gang attack  was first posted on October 19, 2024 at 5:41 pm.

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