Aristide Calls for Action on Haiti’s Security Crisis
Former President Jean-Bertrand Aristide calls for urgent action on Haiti’s security crisis during a UNIFA graduation ceremony, urging authorities to move beyond empty promises.
Haitian Authorities Target Sanctioned Figures in New Investigation
Haiti’s government has announced an investigation into individuals sanctioned by the U.S., Canada, and the UN for allegedly destabilizing the country. Legal proceedings may follow.
Former Haitian Police Officer Arrested for Arms Trafficking Highlights Corruption Concerns
The arrest of Jean Jean, a former Haitian National Police (PNH) officer, on charges of arms trafficking, has shed light on the growing security and corruption challenges within Haiti’s police force. Authorities seized $450,000 in cash from his home, raising questions about the funds’ origins and potential ties to criminal networks.
Judge summons three presidential advisors in BNC corruption case
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – Judge Benjamin Felismé has summoned three presidential advisors for questioning in connection with a corruption scandal involving the National Credit Bank (BNC). The advisors—Emmanuel Vertilaire, Louis Gérard Gilles, and Smith Augustin—have been named in allegations of extortion and abuse of power. According to Raoul Pierre-Louis, former chairman of the BNC Board, the […]
Haiti corruption case: ULCC’s investigation leads to conviction
In a landmark decision, Haiti’s criminal court in Hinche has sentenced a public official to four years in prison for embezzling state funds. The Anti-Corruption Unit (ULCC) praised the conviction of tax inspector Roudel Ducherne as a major step forward in Haiti’s battle against corruption, calling for justice to address other pending cases.
Haiti’s political transition risks instability amid CPT conflicts
Haiti’s political transition is in jeopardy following a controversial leadership change in the Transitional Presidential Council (CPT) and corruption allegations against three members. Internal divisions within the council have raised concerns about its ability to lead the country through a challenging period, as violence and insecurity continue to escalate.
Opinion: Lessons for Haiti’s CPT from Europe and the U.S. on corruption
Haiti’s Presidential Transition Council (CPT) can learn valuable lessons from Europe and the U.S. on how to tackle corruption through stronger transparency measures, conflict of interest regulations, and international cooperation.
Haiti’s transitional council acknowledges ULCC corruption report implicating three members
The Presidential Transition Council (CPT) has taken note of a report from Haiti’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ULCC), which implicates three of its members in a corruption scandal involving the National Credit Bank (BNC). The council is preparing to take action while ensuring institutional stability.
BNC Corruption Scandal: ULCC Report with “Compromising Elements” Coming Soon
The ULCC is preparing to release a report on the Banque Nationale de Crédit (BNC) corruption scandal, revealing “compromising elements.” The report is expected to shed light on allegations involving three Presidential Council members, though it remains unclear whether legal actions will follow.