BRANA temporarily suspends operations : The deteriorating security situation in Haiti has forced the Brasserie Nationale d’Haïti (BRANA), a subsidiary of the Heineken Group, to temporarily suspend its operations to ensure the safety of its staff. In an internal memo, management has instructed employees to remain at home until further notice and to follow the directives of the security department. Staff are also advised to remain reachable for any further communications. Certain activities deemed essential may, however, continue subject to the evolution of the security situation with a reduced workforce.

D-3 until the start of the D1 National Championship : The Haitian Football League (LHF) has unveiled the official schedule for the opening round of the Opening Series of the Paryaj Lakay D1 National Championship for the 2026–2027 season, set for Sunday, November 8, 2026. This inaugural round will feature six matches divided into two groups, with several key matchups expected to set the tone for what promises to be an exciting season. For details on venues and kick-off times, visit : https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-48807-haiti-footballd-4-start-of-the-lhf-d1-championship-schedule-teams-etc.html

Diaspora Expo, D-2 : On Wednesday, November 4TH, 2026, during a press conference, the city of Cap-HaItien officially announced the inaugural edition of the "Salon de la Diaspora" (Diaspora Expo), to be held on November 6 and 7, 2026, along the boulevard in Cap-HaItien. Several prominent figures were in attendance, including Ministers Kathia Verdier (Diaspora), Emmanuel Ménard (Culture), and Stéphanie Smith (Tourism), as well as Michel Saint-Croix, the Mayor of Cap-Haïtien. This inaugural edition of the fair is being held under the theme : "Diaspora and Culture: Together for Haiti". The two-day event will feature exhibitions, networking opportunities, and a variety of other cultural activities.

912,064 registered voters : The voter registration process is progressing slowly, with 912,064 individuals now on the electoral roll. Meanwhile, 8,658 candidates have registered via the Provisional Electoral Council’s (CEP) online platform. According to available data, there are 21 registered candidates for the presidency, 398 for the Senate, 1,395 for the Chamber of Deputies, 2,056 for mayoral positions, 2,894 for CASEC and 1,894 for ASEC.

4 Haitian judokas to compete at the Montreal Pan American Open : The Haitian Judo Federation (FHJ) has confirmed that a delegation of four judokas will participate in the Montreal Pan American Open, to be held at the Centre Pierre-Charbonneau (November 7–8, 2026). The athletes—Thechineau Alcina (-100 kg), Wedline Vertus (-78 kg), Etznaison St-Hilaire (-66 kg), and Hensley Petit-Frère (-73 kg)? will be accompanied by coach Ernst Laraque. The French Ambassador and the secret of "Lalo": During his visit to the Haitian culinary school, Atelier des Chefs, French Ambassador Gautier Lekens had the opportunity to discover the secrets behind preparing "Lalo"? an iconic dish of Haitian gastronomy. From the ingredients and preparation methods to the specific techniques and advice shared by Chef Mi-Sol, this encounter served as a wonderful showcase for a rich culinary tradition.

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