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HaitiHaiti's Minister of National Education, Vijonet Déméro, announced that baccalaureate certificates and transcripts will be available at Departmental Directorates of Education in the Greater South region, starting next week. This move aims to reduce costly and risky journeys to Port-au-Prince for students. The certificates are crucial for higher education, vocational training, and job access.
HaitiIn Haiti, survivors of the 1937 Parsley Massacre, which killed over 20,000 people in the Dominican Republic, are nearing the end of their lives, still hoping for justice and reparations. The massacre was ordered by Dominican dictator Rafael Trujillo, who sought to 'purify' the Dominican Republic by targeting Haitians. The survivors' stories highlight the need for accountability and compensation.
HaitiThe UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, has condemned a gang attack in Haiti that killed at least 11 people and injured several others in Gros-Morne on Monday. The attack occurred after an exchange of gunfire between a gang and a Sri Lankan contingent of the Gang Suppression Force. The violence has left the community in fear, with the UN warning of the ongoing cost of gang violence.
HaitiA funeral ceremony was held for a Haitian student in the US, attended by local community advocates, elected officials, and the student's family. The emotional service was conducted in English and Haitian Creole, highlighting the complexities of immigration in the community. The event drew attention to the challenges faced by Haitian immigrants and their families.
HaitiA 20-year-old Haitian migrant, Pierre Damas Bel, was found dead in Springfield, and the incident is being investigated as a potential homicide. According to reports, the young man had arrived in the US legally. The case has sparked a reckoning in the community, with questions surrounding the circumstances of his death and the treatment of migrants.
HaitiPierre Damas Bel, a Haitian student, died by suicide after being required to wear an ankle monitor due to losing his TPS status. The incident occurred on Interstate 70 in the United States. His family and community are remembering him for his kindness and generosity. The tragedy has sparked discussions about immigration policy and its impact on vulnerable individuals.
HaitiIn the Dominican Republic, a 1937 massacre killed over 20,000 Haitians and Dominicans of Haitian descent. Eighty-seven years later, the last survivors in Haiti's Northeastern department share their harrowing stories and hopes for restitution. The survivors' plea for justice and reparations remains unanswered, sparking concerns about accountability and support.
HaitiHaiti is experiencing a surge in kidnappings, with at least 81 people abducted between April and June, a 42% increase from the first quarter of 2026. The rise in kidnappings is attributed to gangs targeting high-profile individuals and civilians as the country prepares for long-awaited general elections. This has raised concerns about the government's ability to protect its citizens.
