Housing Tax-Racket in Carrefour

Christ-Roi Chéry alias Kris la Leader of the armed terrorist group called Ti Bwa, member of the terrorist coalition Viv Ansanm, which controls the commune of Carrefour, is now imposing ransoms on residents to have the right to reside in the commune whether they are an owner or tenant. The amounts are established according to the exterior appearance of the yard and the house and according to the racketeers this amount is payable once a year..

Artibonite : Petite Rivière attacked

Monday October 19, 2026, around 3:00 a.m., the town center of Petite Rivière de l'Artibonite was allegedly attacked by armed groups, local sources indicated. No assessment available at the moment.

Voodoo : First Ati woman

Sunday October 18, 2026, in Limonade, the National Confederation of Haitian Vodou (KNVA) inducted Florence Deltor Jean Joseph as the new Ati in Dereyal. This is a historic first, Florence Deltor Jean Joseph being the first woman to occupy this position within the organization. She succeeds Prospère Louidor Ati, who was acting in the interim.

Monthly inflation accelerated

Monthly inflation accelerated after three months of slowdown to reach a monthly rate of +1.6% in August, compared to +0.9% in July 2026. This development is mainly explained by the upward adjustment of prices at the pump. Inflation on an annual basis continued to slow in Haiti. The rate going from 17.5% in July 2026 to 17% in August. Prices therefore continue to increase, but less rapidly over a year.

CEP: Registration awareness campaign

Friday October 16, the Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) continued its voter registration awareness campaign in the South department, particularly at the Camp-Perrin market, in Cavaillon and in Les Cayes. Using explanatory brochures and a sound vehicle, the members of the delegation presented the main steps of the procedure, the formalities to be completed and the importance of having a valid registration in order to participate in the next general elections.

No 15% deduction on salaries

Monday October 19, 2026, Mr. Lucien Jura Secretary of State for Communication during a press briefing at the Villa d'Accueil reassured civil service agents that their 14th month check will be given to them as usual. "Apart from the usual 10% tax, no other levy is envisaged." Furthermore, Mr. Jura explained that the Ministry of Economy and Finance does not intend to deduct any amount of 15% (fifteen percent) from the salaries of public administration employees. On the other hand, he specified that such a collection will be made on the bonuses and allowances of certain executives. video on : https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-48706-haiti-politic-secretary-of-state-lucien-jura-speaks-on-the-current-situation-video.html

HL/ HaitiLibre