"Vivy Mitchel" Attacked

On Thursday, May 29, 2025, bandits from the "Kraze Baryè" gang attacked the "Vivy Mitchel" neighborhood in the commune of Pétion-ville. The attackers were repelled by police and vigilante groups. This attack followed recent police operations in Pernier, in the gang's territory. Before retreating, the bandits had time to set fire to several houses, including that of former presidential spokesperson Lucien Jura.

Jean Denis Commune Stormed

On Wednesday around 5:00 a.m., an armed attack attributed to Savien's "Gran Grif" gang left at least seven dead in Jean Denis, a commune in Petite-Rivière de l'Artibonite, the headquarters of the Revolutionary Coalition to Save the Artibonite, an armed self-defense group and symbol of anti-gang resistance. At least a dozen houses were reported burned. André Saint-Louis, a close collaborator of the coalition leaders, a revolutionary to save the Artibonite, reports that all coalition members are well and that the town has not fallen under the control of criminals.

Me Merlan Belabre, suspended for 3 years without pay

Investigating judge Merlan Belabre has been sanctioned by the High Council of the Judiciary (CSPJ). He has been placed on unpaid leave for three years for having released two men accused of rape of a minor. This decision was described as a serious breach of the law by the CSPJ.

Digicel : Launch of the 9th edition of the "Konbit Pou Chanjman" competition

The Digicel Foundation is proud to announce the launch of the 9th edition of its national Konbit Pou Chanjman competition. This competition aims to support innovative community projects across the country. For the 2025 edition, eighteen local organizations will each receive a grant of US$12,000, for a total funding of US$216,000. Priority areas are education, culture, inclusion, the environment, basic services, livelihoods, and technology. Applications are open until July 25, 2025, online or at Digicel points of sale.

"D-3" Grenadières in training

On Thursday, May 29, in full preparation for the double friendly against Canada, the Grenadières continued their training with another intense session. The first match is scheduled for Saturday, May 31st, at 1:00 p.m. (local time), or 2:00 p.m. in Port-au-Prince, at Princess Auto Stadium in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Tennis : Victory in the second round for French-Haitian Arthur fils

Roland Garros: Victory for French-Haitian Arthur fils in the second round of Arthur Fils (world number 14) against Spaniard Jaume Munar (number 57) after a hard-fought fifth set, 7-6, 7-6, 2-6, 0-6, 6-4

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