Football : The Grenadiers ranked 2nd in the Caribbean zone

Les Grenadiers currently hold second place in the Caribbean zone with 1,516 points, trailing only Jamaica, which ranks first with 1,530 points.

Distribution of essential supplies

As part of the REKONEKTE project, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with the support of ATREPA (a Haitian NGO managing 41 displacement sites) and financial backing from the Republic of South Korea, distributed food, hygiene, and bedding kits at three displacement sites in Kenscoff (Centre Lotin, Centre Polémé, and Église Cotard). This aid aims to address immediate food and hygiene needs.

CEP : Independent candidates

The Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) reminds the public that independent candidacies are subject to specific formalities. In addition to the documents required by Article 153 of the Electoral Decree, any citizen wishing to register an independent candidacy for the upcoming elections must submit a duly signed letter to the CEP containing the following information : full name(s); valid NINU (National Identification Number); date and place of birth; telephone number; and a valid email address to serve as the channel of communication between the CEP and the individuals concerned throughout the process. Download the Electoral Decree of October 6, 2026 (PDF in French - 79 pages) : https://www.haitilibre.com/docs/decret-electoral-06-10-2026.pdf

2026 Taiwan Global Pathfinders Initiative

The Jean Price-Mars Diplomatic Academy (ADJPM) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces the participation of two of its alumni in the one-month training program titled "2026 Taiwan Global Pathfinders Initiative". The Academy’s two representatives are participating in training across the following fields : Ms. Juleviève Lineza Julsaint is taking the program dedicated to Sustainable Tourism, while Harley Tuchman Hector is participating in the program focused on Net Zero Carbon Emissions and New Energy Cooperation.

Les Cayes : Cultural Management Workshop

On Monday, October 12, 2026, in Les Cayes, La Fabrique des Arts launched a cultural management workshop at its premises, led by Gary Lubin and Pascale Jaunay. This workshop offers participants a space for training and exchange regarding the various dimensions of cultural project management, from conception to implementation. It represents another opportunity to strengthen the skills of cultural sector stakeholders and contribute to the professionalization of cultural professions in the Greater South region. At La Fabrique des Arts, training also supports those who bring culture to life.

Education : Sharing Haiti’s Priorities with Mexico

On Friday, October 9, 2026, Vijonet Déméro, the Minister of National Education, met with José de Jesús Cisneros Chávez, Mexico’s Ambassador to Haiti. The Minister shared several of his priorities with the Ambassador, namely: access to education through the renovation and construction of school infrastructure; improving the quality of education, with a particular focus on digital technology, teacher training, mental health, economic and financial education, civic education, and physical education and sports; and the governance of the education system. Ambassador José de Jesús Cisneros Chávez showed openness to these priorities. Further discussions will help define the specific contributions and implementation modalities for this cooperation.

HL/ HaitiLibre