Violent attack in Chandèl

On Thursday, October 16, 2025, a group of heavily armed criminals from the "Kokorat San Ras" gang attacked the locality of Chandèl, in the commune of Liancourt (Artibonite Department). The attack began with the looting of rice crops and the destruction of several farmland before opening fire on the terrified population, killing at least two people and injuring several others. The next day, after taking control of the area, the bandits burned and destroyed numerous agricultural plots and set fire to dozens of homes.

Agriculture : $1.6M USD from Taiwan

On Thursday, October 16, 2025, Vernet Joseph, Haitian Minister of Agriculture, and Cheng-Hao Hu, Ambassador of Taiwan (Republic of China), signed an agreement to finance the project to Strengthen National Rice Seed Production (REPONSE) in Haiti https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-43074-haiti-agriculture-signing-of-an-agreement-with-taiwan-to-improve-rice-production-in-the-country.html to the tune of $1.6 million USD. This financing will also significantly increase yields, the efficiency, and effectiveness of agricultural and hydro-agricultural infrastructure, among other things.

Canadian Embassy closed

The Canadian Embassy in Haiti will be closed on October 17, 2025, to commemorate the death of Emperor Jean-Jacques Dessalines. Activities will resume on Monday, October 20. In case of a consular emergency, please contact : toll-free at +1-613-996-8885

Condolences from the U.S. Embassy

The U.S. Embassy in Haiti learned with deep sadness of the passing of Mr. Robert Denis, President of the National Association of Haitian Media (ANMH) and Director of Canal Bleu, on October 14, 2025 https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-46006-icihaiti-obituary-death-of-robert-denis.html . Mr. Denis was a respected professional, recognized for his commitment to press freedom, diversity of opinion, and the promotion of responsible journalism in Haiti. His passing is a great loss for the Haitian media sector and for all those who work to defend democracy and truth. We offer our sincere condolences to his family, his colleagues at Canal Bleu and the National Association of Haitian Media (ANMH), as well as to the entire Haitian journalism community. May his example of courage and professionalism continue to inspire future generations.

Environment : Swiss Cooperation in the South

The GÉRER-Sud program (2025 to 2028) is an initiative of the Swiss Cooperation in Haiti aimed at strengthening the resilience of communities in the South region to natural hazards and environmental challenges. Present in five municipalities: Roche-à-Bateau, Côteaux, Port-à-Piment, Chardonnières and Les Anglais, the program focuses on both risk governance and sustainable natural resource management. The program pays particular attention to the participation of vulnerable groups, particularly women and girls, in local governance processes and decision-making spaces.

Egyptian Khaled El-Enany elected head of UNESCO:

The Ministry of Culture and Communication welcomes with deep joy and respect the election of the eminent Egyptian archaeologist and former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Khaled El-Enany, to the position of Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). On behalf of the Government and people of Haiti, the Ministry extends its warmest congratulations to Khaled El-Enany and its most sincere wishes for success in this high office.

HL/ HaitiLibre