Haiti

Country Haiti
Capital Port-au-Prince
Continent North America(Central America)
Currency Gourde(HTG)
Languages French & Haitian Creole

Port-au-Prince

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Introduction

The native Taino Amerindians - who inhabited the island of Hispaniola when it was discovered by COLUMBUS in 1492 - were virtually annihilated by Spanish settlers within 25 years. In the early 17th century, the French established a presence on Hispaniola. In 1697, Spain ceded to the French the western third of the island, which later became Haiti. The French colony, based on forestry and sugar-related industries, became one of the wealthiest in the Caribbean but only through the heavy importation of African slaves and considerable environmental degradation. In the late 18th century, Haiti's nearly half million slaves revolted under Toussaint L'OUVERTURE. After a prolonged struggle, Haiti became the first black republic to declare independence in 1804. The poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, Haiti has been plagued by political violence for most of its history. After an armed rebellion led to the forced resignation and exile of President Jean-Bertrand ARISTIDE in February 2004, an interim government took office to organize new elections under the auspices of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). Continued violence and technical delays prompted repeated postponements, but Haiti finally did inaugurate a democratically elected president and parliament in May of 2006. A massive magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti in January 2010 with an epicenter about 15 km southwest of the capital, Port-au-Prince. An estimated 2 million people live within the zone of heavy to moderate structural damage. The earthquake is assessed as the worst in this region over the last 200 years and massive international assistance will be required to help the country recover.

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Haiti - Wikipedia
Haiti - CIA World Fact Book
Haiti - BBC
Haiti - National Geographic
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Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction - AP News
  1. Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction  AP News
  2. First deaths from Hurricane Melissa confirmed in Jamaica and Haiti  BBC
  3. Hurricane Melissa: 25 dead in Haiti floods; river bursts banks, homes swept away  Times of India
  4. Haiti: Hurricane Melissa - PAHO Situation Report # 3 (10/29/2025)  ReliefWeb
  5. Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba take stock after Hurricane Melissa destruction  Al Jazeera
  6. Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti Dig Out From Melissa Aftermath  The Weather Channel
  7. Deadly Hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba: What we know so far  The Indian Express
  8. Dozens killed, thousands displaced as Hurricane Melissa slams Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica  Telangana Today
  9. Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba; has killed at least 26 in Haiti and Jamaica  The Washington Post


Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction - Los Angeles TimesHaiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction  Los Angeles Times

Hurricane Melissa Claims 28 Lives Across Caribbean, Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti Hit Hard - News On AIRHurricane Melissa Claims 28 Lives Across Caribbean, Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti Hit Hard  News On AIR

Situation Report 3 Haiti - Hurricane Melissa. 29 Oct. 2025 - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)Situation Report 3 Haiti - Hurricane Melissa. 29 Oct. 2025  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction across Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica - AP NewsHurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction across Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica  AP News

Hurricane Melissa: 25 dead in Haiti after river burst banks - DD NewsHurricane Melissa: 25 dead in Haiti after river burst banks  DD News

Melissa kills 25 in Haiti, nearly 30 total as hurricane batters Caribbean - ReutersMelissa kills 25 in Haiti, nearly 30 total as hurricane batters Caribbean  Reuters

At least 20 dead in Haiti as Hurricane Melissa hits - BBCAt least 20 dead in Haiti as Hurricane Melissa hits  BBC

From Jamaica to Haiti, Hurricane Melissa leaves a trail of destruction; Bahamas braces for storm | Key updates | World News - Hindustan TimesFrom Jamaica to Haiti, Hurricane Melissa leaves a trail of destruction; Bahamas braces for storm | Key updates | World News  Hindustan Times

Haiti, Jamaica, and Cuba begin recovery after Hurricane Melissa’s devastation - Mid-dayHaiti, Jamaica, and Cuba begin recovery after Hurricane Melissa’s devastation  Mid-day

Jamaica and Haiti Tally Hurricane Victims as Melissa Slams Cuba - The New York TimesJamaica and Haiti Tally Hurricane Victims as Melissa Slams Cuba  The New York Times

Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of devastation in Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba as death toll rises - TRT WorldHurricane Melissa leaves trail of devastation in Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba as death toll rises  TRT World

US sanctions ex-police officer, gang leader in Haiti over criminal ties - Al JazeeraUS sanctions ex-police officer, gang leader in Haiti over criminal ties  Al Jazeera

Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba after killing dozens in Haiti, Jamaica - Al JazeeraHurricane Melissa hits Cuba after killing dozens in Haiti, Jamaica  Al Jazeera

My four children are 'gone': Hurricane Melissa hits Haiti and Cuba - Sky NewsMy four children are 'gone': Hurricane Melissa hits Haiti and Cuba  Sky News

Hurricane Melissa Kills 25 in Haiti, Leaves Devastation in Jamaica - Time MagazineHurricane Melissa Kills 25 in Haiti, Leaves Devastation in Jamaica  Time Magazine

Haiti’s Hurricane Melissa Despair: ‘No Way Out Except To Die’ - The Weather ChannelHaiti’s Hurricane Melissa Despair: ‘No Way Out Except To Die’  The Weather Channel

Hurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti - Barnabas AidHurricane Melissa Devastates Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti  Barnabas Aid

Northern Haiti is the country's showcase for tourists, but gang violence is crippling activity - Le Monde.frNorthern Haiti is the country's showcase for tourists, but gang violence is crippling activity  Le Monde.fr

The UN delivers a win for Haiti. Now Haiti needs a government - Chatham HouseThe UN delivers a win for Haiti. Now Haiti needs a government  Chatham House

Hurricane Melissa leaves 29 dead as category 2 storm heads towards Bermuda – live - The GuardianHurricane Melissa leaves 29 dead as category 2 storm heads towards Bermuda – live  The Guardian

Death toll rises in Haiti after Hurricane Melissa’s devastation - africanews.comDeath toll rises in Haiti after Hurricane Melissa’s devastation  africanews.com

5.7 million people face food insecurity in Haiti - UN News5.7 million people face food insecurity in Haiti  UN News

Video: Hurricane Melissa floods homes in Haiti - The Globe and MailVideo: Hurricane Melissa floods homes in Haiti  The Globe and Mail

Great Hunger: Gang Violence Deepens Haiti’s Food Crisis - splinter.comGreat Hunger: Gang Violence Deepens Haiti’s Food Crisis  splinter.com

Hurricane Melissa leaves 25 dead in Haiti, causes widespread damage in Jamaica and Cuba - CNBCHurricane Melissa leaves 25 dead in Haiti, causes widespread damage in Jamaica and Cuba  CNBC

UN approves larger force to combat Haiti gang violence - BBCUN approves larger force to combat Haiti gang violence  BBC

Death from above: Drones take aim at gangs in Haiti - Al JazeeraDeath from above: Drones take aim at gangs in Haiti  Al Jazeera

WFP warns Haiti's most vulnerable hit hard by deepening crisis - UN World Food ProgrammeWFP warns Haiti's most vulnerable hit hard by deepening crisis  UN World Food Programme

How to Help Jamaica and Haiti After Hurricane Melissa - Tech Savvy MamaHow to Help Jamaica and Haiti After Hurricane Melissa  Tech Savvy Mama

World News in Brief: Record hunger in Haiti, repeated attacks in Sudan’s El Fasher condemned, Maldives medical milestone - UN NewsWorld News in Brief: Record hunger in Haiti, repeated attacks in Sudan’s El Fasher condemned, Maldives medical milestone  UN News

Hurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba; at least 28 dead - CBS NewsHurricane Melissa devastates Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba; at least 28 dead  CBS News

Haiti: ‘Unprecedented’ number of children on the run - UN NewsHaiti: ‘Unprecedented’ number of children on the run  UN News

Child alert: Haiti’s children confront a polycrisis - UnicefChild alert: Haiti’s children confront a polycrisis  Unicef

Six million people in Haiti face acute hunger as gang violence spreads - Al JazeeraSix million people in Haiti face acute hunger as gang violence spreads  Al Jazeera

Four deaths in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa crosses Bahamas - BBCFour deaths in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa crosses Bahamas  BBC

Number of displaced children in Haiti almost doubles in one year - UnicefNumber of displaced children in Haiti almost doubles in one year  Unicef

Displacement in Haiti Reaches Record High as 1.4 Million People Flee Violence - International Organization for MigrationDisplacement in Haiti Reaches Record High as 1.4 Million People Flee Violence  International Organization for Migration

Hurricane Melissa floods and destroys towns across Caribbean - BBCHurricane Melissa floods and destroys towns across Caribbean  BBC

Mexico Joins Bahamas, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Brazil, and Others Set to Showcase Their Tourism Excellence at UN Tourism General Assembly 26th Session in Saudi Arabia: Everything You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldMexico Joins Bahamas, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Brazil, and Others Set to Showcase Their Tourism Excellence at UN Tourism General Assembly 26th Session in Saudi Arabia: Everything You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Haiti is enlisting the help of mercenaries in its battle against gang violence - The ConversationHaiti is enlisting the help of mercenaries in its battle against gang violence  The Conversation

Officials: Ten children among 20 killed in Haiti by Hurricane Melissa | Breaking News - The Haitian TimesOfficials: Ten children among 20 killed in Haiti by Hurricane Melissa | Breaking News  The Haitian Times

UN security council approves new military force to fight Haiti gangs - The GuardianUN security council approves new military force to fight Haiti gangs  The Guardian

Hurricane Melissa is racing toward Bermuda next after hitting Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti and the Bahamas. At least 26 people have been confirmed killed in Haiti and Jamaica. - facebook.comHurricane Melissa is racing toward Bermuda next after hitting Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti and the Bahamas. At least 26 people have been confirmed killed in Haiti and Jamaica.  facebook.com

Hurricane Melissa Live Updates: Death Toll Rises as Storm Churns Toward the Bahamas - The New York TimesHurricane Melissa Live Updates: Death Toll Rises as Storm Churns Toward the Bahamas  The New York Times

Haiti: Advancing Landscape Management for Greater Food Security - World Bank GroupHaiti: Advancing Landscape Management for Greater Food Security  World Bank Group

UN Security Council approves ‘Gang Suppression Force’ for Haiti - Al JazeeraUN Security Council approves ‘Gang Suppression Force’ for Haiti  Al Jazeera

Haiti women’s loss to Morocco a cry for help from Les Grenadières | Analysis - The Haitian TimesHaiti women’s loss to Morocco a cry for help from Les Grenadières | Analysis  The Haitian Times

Haiti battles rabies with vaccines and vigilance - UN NewsHaiti battles rabies with vaccines and vigilance  UN News

Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba and Haiti after causing huge damage in Jamaica - Financial TimesHurricane Melissa hits Cuba and Haiti after causing huge damage in Jamaica  Financial Times

Hurricane Melissa wreaks havoc across Haiti, Cuba and Jamaica - EL PAÍS EnglishHurricane Melissa wreaks havoc across Haiti, Cuba and Jamaica  EL PAÍS English

People and the health system are trapped in escalating violence in Haiti - MSFPeople and the health system are trapped in escalating violence in Haiti  MSF

Fighting back against the gangs: What is Haiti’s new UN-backed force? - UN NewsFighting back against the gangs: What is Haiti’s new UN-backed force?  UN News

Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction - KOB.comHaiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction  KOB.com

'Everything is gone': Photos show aftermath of Hurricane Melissa in Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba - The Journal'Everything is gone': Photos show aftermath of Hurricane Melissa in Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba  The Journal

First Person: ‘Tomorrow is too late’ to scale up humanitarian aid in Haiti - UN NewsFirst Person: ‘Tomorrow is too late’ to scale up humanitarian aid in Haiti  UN News

Hurricane Melissa leaves 25 dead in Haiti, churns across Cuba as a Category 2 storm while Jamaica reports a baby's death - ABC7 New YorkHurricane Melissa leaves 25 dead in Haiti, churns across Cuba as a Category 2 storm while Jamaica reports a baby's death  ABC7 New York

Increasing violence and funding cuts imperil millions across Haiti - UN NewsIncreasing violence and funding cuts imperil millions across Haiti  UN News

Hunger rising in Haiti, with nearly 6 million at risk by 2026 - ReutersHunger rising in Haiti, with nearly 6 million at risk by 2026  Reuters

Haiti celebrates International Day of Older Persons 2025 - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)Haiti celebrates International Day of Older Persons 2025  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

At least 2 dozen dead as Hurricane Melissa hurtles through Cuba, Haiti - Global NewsAt least 2 dozen dead as Hurricane Melissa hurtles through Cuba, Haiti  Global News

Hurricane Melissa floods homes in Haiti - Yahoo News CanadaHurricane Melissa floods homes in Haiti  Yahoo News Canada

Haiti on the Brink: Violence Cuts off Capital - World Food Program USAHaiti on the Brink: Violence Cuts off Capital  World Food Program USA

Haiti’s security crisis ‘is like the Sword of Damocles above us’: Foreign Minister - UN NewsHaiti’s security crisis ‘is like the Sword of Damocles above us’: Foreign Minister  UN News

Haiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction - Boston HeraldHaiti, Jamaica and Cuba pick up the pieces after Melissa’s destruction  Boston Herald

5.7 million people face food insecurity in Haiti - Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs5.7 million people face food insecurity in Haiti  Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs

Civilians in Haiti are caught in deadly, escalating violence - Doctors Without BordersCivilians in Haiti are caught in deadly, escalating violence  Doctors Without Borders

From crisis to cultivation: Haiti’s farmers build resilience one seed at a time - UN NewsFrom crisis to cultivation: Haiti’s farmers build resilience one seed at a time  UN News

Bryan Norcross: Devastation in Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti as Melissa swipes at Bermuda tonight - AOL.comBryan Norcross: Devastation in Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti as Melissa swipes at Bermuda tonight  AOL.com

Haiti demands a new international force and reparations from France - UN NewsHaiti demands a new international force and reparations from France  UN News

Security Council LIVE: Ambassadors authorise new Gang Suppression Force for Haiti - UN NewsSecurity Council LIVE: Ambassadors authorise new Gang Suppression Force for Haiti  UN News

Hurricane Melissa Death Toll Increases as Haiti Reports at Least 25 Died After Flooded River Overflows - People.comHurricane Melissa Death Toll Increases as Haiti Reports at Least 25 Died After Flooded River Overflows  People.com

Spreading gang violence poses major risk to Haiti and Caribbean sub-region - ohchrSpreading gang violence poses major risk to Haiti and Caribbean sub-region  ohchr

Haiti: Violence and displacement driving humanitarian crisis as funding needs go unmet - UN NewsHaiti: Violence and displacement driving humanitarian crisis as funding needs go unmet  UN News

Haiti: More than 1,500 killed between April and June - UN NewsHaiti: More than 1,500 killed between April and June  UN News

Hurricane Melissa: At least 20 dead in Haiti - NZ HeraldHurricane Melissa: At least 20 dead in Haiti  NZ Herald

Haiti: at least eight children among 13 killed in drone attack on birthday party - The GuardianHaiti: at least eight children among 13 killed in drone attack on birthday party  The Guardian

U.S. Pulls Plug on Haiti’s Last Big Industry - The Wall Street JournalU.S. Pulls Plug on Haiti’s Last Big Industry  The Wall Street Journal

U.S. Remarks: Call for Coordinated UN Action in Support of Haiti - U.S. Mission to the Organization of American States (.gov)U.S. Remarks: Call for Coordinated UN Action in Support of Haiti  U.S. Mission to the Organization of American States (.gov)

Paramilitarism and the Assault on Democracy in Haiti - Monthly ReviewParamilitarism and the Assault on Democracy in Haiti  Monthly Review

Haiti declares three-month state of emergency as gang violence spikes - Al JazeeraHaiti declares three-month state of emergency as gang violence spikes  Al Jazeera

Deadly Haiti drone attack kills eight children in capital Port-au-Prince - Al JazeeraDeadly Haiti drone attack kills eight children in capital Port-au-Prince  Al Jazeera

Haiti - Politic : Government expresses sympathy and mobilizes following Melissa's passage - HaitiLibre.comHaiti - Politic : Government expresses sympathy and mobilizes following Melissa's passage  HaitiLibre.com

Kenya-led anti-gang mission in Haiti ends with mixed results - Le Monde.frKenya-led anti-gang mission in Haiti ends with mixed results  Le Monde.fr

UN Security Council approves new ‘suppression force’ for Haiti amid spiralling gang violence - UN NewsUN Security Council approves new ‘suppression force’ for Haiti amid spiralling gang violence  UN News

Satellite images reveal Jamaica devastation as Melissa tears through Cuba - The AgeSatellite images reveal Jamaica devastation as Melissa tears through Cuba  The Age

The world has the tools to end Haiti’s crisis – it’s time to use them - UN NewsThe world has the tools to end Haiti’s crisis – it’s time to use them  UN News

Haiti’s Last President Was Killed in 2021. Why Is His Case Taking So Long? - The New York TimesHaiti’s Last President Was Killed in 2021. Why Is His Case Taking So Long?  The New York Times

Hurricane Melissa leaves destruction behind in Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti - NBC 6 South FloridaHurricane Melissa leaves destruction behind in Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti  NBC 6 South Florida

UN says bid to help address turmoil in Haiti less than 10 percent funded - Al JazeeraUN says bid to help address turmoil in Haiti less than 10 percent funded  Al Jazeera

Hurricane Melissa: Dozens killed as storm rips through Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti - Channel 4Hurricane Melissa: Dozens killed as storm rips through Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti  Channel 4

Until Haiti tackles systemic corruption and bad governance, its people will remain impoverished - The ConversationUntil Haiti tackles systemic corruption and bad governance, its people will remain impoverished  The Conversation