U.N. warns Haiti gangs are reaching beyond capital after Kenscoff attack
A U.N. briefing says the Kenscoff attack shows Haiti’s gangs are extending their reach as 47 people were killed, more than 50 kidnapped and 2,600 displaced.
Gang Violence
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Haiti’s December election timetable faces a security test
A Kenscoff gang attack killed at least 47 and displaced more than 2,600 people as Haiti works to secure voting, registration and election logistics.
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Haiti’s August Election Timetable Is No Longer Achievable
CARICOM told the U.N. Security Council that Haiti’s August election timetable cannot be met, with registration delayed and security unresolved in key departments.
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Haiti Begins Voter Registration on July 30 as Gangs Threaten Planned August Election
Haiti has begun registering voters in Port-au-Prince and other areas, but gang violence threatens participation and the country’s planned August 30 election.
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Haiti begins voter registration as election timetable remains uncertain
Haiti began voter registration on July 30, but its December 13 election target still depends on security, funding and access for displaced voters.