New Presidential Security Coordinator

On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, as part of the Haitian National Police (PNH) initiative to further strengthen its efficiency, discipline, and operations, Inspector General Jacques Joël Orival was officially installed as the new Presidential Security Coordinator, on the orders of Vladimir Paraison, Acting Director General of the PNH. He replaces Divisional Commissioner Jean Robert Brutus, who served in this role for approximately seven months.

Pétion-ville : 100,000 Gde Fine for Three-Wheeled Motorcycles

On Monday, August 10, 2026, Kesner Normi, the Mayor of Pétion-ville, announced that drivers of three-wheeled motorcycles operating in certain areas of Pétion-ville will now be subject to a fine of 100,000 gourdes. The measure specifically concerns Place Boyer, Delmas 105, and Juvénat. The Haitian National Police (PNH) will apprehend drivers caught in these areas. After the infraction is confirmed, a ticket will be issued, and the driver will have to pay the fine to the General Directorate of Taxes (DGI), the Mayor stated.

Digicel South : Services Fully Restored

Digicel informs the general public and its customers in particular that all its services have been restored in the far south of the country. "After several attempts over several days, our technical teams in the field have successfully completed the necessary work to make all services 100% available to our customers in the affected areas. [...] We know that any communication interruption can create numerous difficulties. To thank our customers for their patience and understanding, we are offering several special deals as compensation. Keep your phone handy so you don't miss these special offers. Thank you for your trust, patience, and loyalty."

Quartier-Morin : Irrigation Canal Rehabilitation

Rebuilding infrastructure means sustainably strengthening community self-reliance. In Quartier-Morin, the World Food Programme (WFP) has enabled more than 1,000 local families to rehabilitate essential irrigation canals. Improved water circulation contributes to more abundant harvests, and this work has increased community empowerment and reduced their dependence on humanitarian aid.

Consulate of Haiti in Paris Closed

The Consulate General of Haiti in Paris informs the general public and the Haitian community in particular that its offices will be closed on Friday, August 14, 2026, the day of Bois-Caïman and Union for Liberty. Consular services will resume on Monday, August 17, 2026, at the usual times.

Elections : Accreditation of Journalists

To obtain accreditation from the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) of Haiti, journalists are required to provide accurate information about their professional identity, the applicant's organization, and a passport-sized photograph for the issuance of official accreditation cards. Application form: https://www.haitilibre.com/docs/FORMULAIRE-DACCREDITATION-DES-JOURNALISTES.pdf to be sent to the CEP at accreditation.journalistes@cephaiti.ht

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