Chile deports 56 migrants from Bolivia, Colombia, Haiti
Chile deported 56 migrants on October 20 as part of ongoing efforts to address crime, bringing the total number of deportations in 2024 to 910.
World Bank Approves $20 Million for Haiti’s Renewable Energy Expansion
The World Bank has approved an additional $20 million to help Haiti expand renewable energy access, addressing major electricity challenges and promoting clean energy investments in remote areas.
New Recruits Join Haitian National Police Amid Ongoing Security Challenges
New recruits have joined the Haitian National Police, aiming to strengthen the force amid ongoing gang violence. However, police face significant challenges, including limited resources and difficult working conditions.
Gang Control Expands in Solino, Haiti Amid Growing Insecurity
Haiti faces new territory under gang control after armed groups took over parts of Solino, with human rights advocates calling for increased funding and support for the country’s security forces.
Haiti to launch online platform for returning migrants
The Haitian government has launched an online platform to facilitate the registration and care of returning migrants from the Dominican Republic, reflecting its commitment to addressing the growing migration crisis.
U.S. Official Highlights Support for Security and Governance in Haiti
Jon Finer, Principal Deputy National Security Advisor, visited Haiti to strengthen U.S. support for security and governance initiatives. Finer reiterated U.S. backing for Haitian-led efforts to restore security and prepare for free elections, while highlighting the U.S. role as the largest contributor to the Multinational Security Support mission.
CARICOM envoy hopeful for Haiti elections by February 2026
Former Bahamian Prime Minister Perry Christie expressed optimism that Haiti could hold elections by February 2026, as CARICOM’s Eminent Persons Group continues efforts to mediate the country’s ongoing crisis.
Dominican Republic denies discrimination, defends deportations of Haitian migrants
The Dominican Republic has rejected accusations of discrimination against Haitian migrants and defended its deportation policies, citing economic pressures caused by irregular migration.
Haiti’s electoral council sworn in, paving way for 2025 vote
Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council took office, moving closer to organizing national elections for November 2025, nearly a decade after the country’s last elections.
Bahamas deploys soldiers to Haiti as gang violence escalates
Six Bahamian soldiers arrived in Haiti to help confront armed gangs amid rising violence. A recent attack in Port-au-Prince left an 18-year-old woman dead and several others injured.