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Haiti Launches New Disarmament Commission to Address Insecurity and Youth Reintegration

By Haiti24News Staff PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — In a bold move to confront the country’s escalating security crisis, the Haitian government has established a new National Commission for Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (CNDDR). Officially launched on March 10, 2025, the body aims to accelerate the reintegration of youth involved in criminal activities and strengthen national security efforts. The inauguration…

Salvadoran and American Troops Arrive in Haiti to Bolster Multinational Security Mission

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By Haiti24News Staff PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — In a significant development aimed at addressing Haiti’s escalating security crisis, a contingent of 75 soldiers from El Salvador and the United States has landed in the Caribbean nation. Their arrival marks a new phase in the deployment of a multinational force tasked with restoring stability and combating rampant…

World Bank Unveils $320 Million Strategy to Bolster Haiti’s Economic and Social Recovery

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By Haiti24News Staff PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — In a significant move to support Haiti’s path toward stability and growth, the World Bank has announced a new five-year strategy for the Caribbean nation, backed by a $320 million financial envelope. The Initiative: PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — In a significant step towards promoting stability and growth in Haiti, the…

Haiti’s Security Situation May Improve, Says Secretary of State for Public Security

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In a recent statement, Mario Andresol, Haiti’s Secretary of State for Public Security, expressed optimism about the country’s security situation, citing a new police strategy aimed at harmonizing efforts, implementing a clear plan, and utilizing resources more efficiently. Andresol’s optimism comes despite the country’s escalating violence and humanitarian crisis. According to Human Rights Watch, Haiti’s…

U.S. Freezes Funding for U.N.-Backed Security Mission in Haiti, Jeopardizing Gang Crisis Response

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UNITED NATIONS — The United States has abruptly suspended funding for a beleaguered United Nations-backed security mission in Haiti, officials announced Tuesday, dealing a critical blow to international efforts to curb rampant gang violence that has pushed the Caribbean nation to the brink of state collapse. The U.S., previously the mission’s largest donor, had pledged…

El Salvador Deploys Fresh Troops to Haiti in Bid to Quell Gang Violence

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — A new contingent of Salvadoran soldiers arrived in Haiti on Thursday, bolstering a beleaguered multinational security force tasked with dismantling criminal gangs that have plunged the Caribbean nation into a spiral of violence and instability. The deployment underscores escalating international efforts to stabilize Haiti, where armed groups now control nearly 80% of…

Haitian Police Placed on High Alert Amid Gang Attack Threats

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — In a decisive move to counter imminent threats of gang violence, the interim Director General of the Haitian National Police (PNH), Rameau Normil, has mandated that all police units be placed on high alert. This directive, issued in response to anticipated gang attacks scheduled for Monday, underscores the urgency of the security…

Ti Manno: The Voice of the Voiceless

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By Frantz Benoit In the pantheon of Haitian music, few names resonate as deeply as Ti Manno. Born Antoine Rossini Jean-Baptiste on April 4, 1953, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Ti Manno was more than a musician—he was a cultural icon, a social critic, and the voice of the Haitian people during one of the most turbulent…

How should Haiti combat the gang in Haiti?

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Combating gang violence in Haiti is a complex and multifaceted challenge that requires a comprehensive, strategic, and sustained approach. Gangs in Haiti have grown in power and influence due to a combination of weak governance, economic instability, social inequality, and the proliferation of arms. Addressing this issue demands not only immediate security measures but also…

Cooperation Agreement Signed Between DINEPA and IOM to Improve Water and Sanitation Access in Haiti

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Port-au-Prince, Haiti – In a landmark move to address critical water and sanitation challenges, Haiti’s National Directorate for Water Supply and Sanitation (DINEPA) has signed a cooperation agreement with the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The partnership aims to enhance access to clean drinking water and sanitation services, particularly in underserved regions and vulnerable communities…