New York Mayor Fires Dozens of Haitians

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has stated that he was forced to fire dozens of Haitian city employees under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) whose legal work permits expired on July 24 after the Supreme Court upheld the Trump administration's decision to revoke TPS. Mamdani says he unsuccessfully appealed to President Trump to reinstate the Haitians' protected status.

GSF in Artibonite

The GSF has established its first major operational presence outside of Port-au-Prince, deploying Sri Lankan forces and armored vehicles to the Artibonite region. As armed groups continue to expand their reach beyond the capital, the FRG is also extending its operational capacity to areas most in need. This deployment marks a significant step in the mission's gradual expansion, supported by the increasing arrival of new personnel.

A Woman at the Head of the National Education Fund

Jefnie Toussaint has been appointed Director General of the National Education Fund (FNE), replacing Élisée Collagène. The decision was made during the Council of Ministers meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

Macron Appoints a New Ambassador for Haiti

By decree dated August 10, 2026, Emmanuel Macron appointed Gautier Lekens as France's Ambassador to Haiti. A career diplomat, he has notably served as diplomatic advisor to the French Prime Minister and Minister-Counsellor at the French Embassy in Spain. He succeeds Antoine Michon, whose term is ending, and is expected to take office in September 2026.

PNH : New Director of Logistics

On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Inspector General Jean Maurest Étienne, Director of Human Resources for the Haitian National Police (PNH), installed Divisional Commissioner Luckner Dumond as the new Director of Logistics for the PNH. He replaces Inspector General Saintil Fernel, who served in the position for approximately one year.

Literacy : Training of 150 Instructors for Cité Soleil

Adelson Lorgeat, Secretary of State for Literacy, launched the literacy program for the commune of Cité Soleil, which includes a training session for 150 instructors who will be tasked with opening literacy centers in the commune.

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