Something unusual happened in Haiti this August. For the first time in the country’s modern history, businessmen now control both parts of the government. No elected officials. No politicians. Just wealthy business owners running the show. Laurent Saint-Cyr, who used to run the American Chamber of Commerce in Haiti, now leads the country’s Transitional Presidential […]
Haiti is in a deep hunger crisis. Soon, nearly six million people might not have enough to eat. That is more than half of everyone in the country. This warning comes from the United Nations. The situation is getting worse because of gang violence, a broken economy, and because many people have been forced to […]
Navassa Island was first noted by Christopher Columbus in 1504 during his fourth voyage. For centuries, the island remained largely ignored due to its lack of fresh water and harsh conditions. However, in the mid-19th century, interest in the island surged when it was discovered to be rich in guano deposits. Guano—bird droppings—was a highly […]
The word “cannibalism” stirs up strong reactions. When it comes to Haiti, this term brings up deep-rooted myths tied to colonial racism. These false ideas have lingered for centuries, shaping how many people see Haitian culture and history. It’s time to address these misconceptions. Not only do they distort reality, but they also fuel harmful […]
In-Depth Analysis: Haiti’s Ongoing Crisis and the Search for Solutions What Is the Current Situation in Haiti? The Caribbean nation of Haiti is once again at the epicenter of a profound crisis, marked by political turmoil and widespread civil unrest. Recent reports detail harrowing scenes of heavy gunfire near the National Palace in […]