Kenscoff : New attack

Thursday February 12, 2026, members of the terrorist coalition "Viv ansanm" carried out a new attack in several locations in the commune of Kenscoff. The first information indicates at least one person killed and several houses burned.

TPS : Judge Ana C. Reyes upholds her decision

During a hearing held Thursday, February 12, 2026, Judge Ana C. Reyes rejected the request of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and confirmed her decision in favor of Haitian TPS beneficiaries. In addition, she warned that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) could be sanctioned if it did not comply with its order and announced a final decision before February 19, 2026 See also : https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-46784-haiti-flash-uscis-extends-eads-for-haitian-tps-beneficiaries.html

2026 World Cup, preparatory meeting

Thursday, February 12, 2026, in continuation of the guidelines set by Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé to make Haiti's participation in the 23rd edition of the final phase of the Football World Cup (FIFA 2026), a window of opportunity for Haiti, a working meeting was held at the Chancellery between Jean-Victor Harvel Jean-Baptiste, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Kathia Verdieu, the Minister of Haitians Living Abroad and Niola Lynn Sarah Dévalis Octavius the Minister of Youth, Sports and Civic Action.

Success of the Jacmel Carnival

The 2026 edition of the Jacmel Carnival took place successfully, marked by a large attendance and an organization worthy of this emblematic event, with the support of the Ministry of Culture. Placed under the theme "Jacmel in our dreams", this edition constituted a true showcase of Haitian creative genius. It notably highlighted the excellence of Jacmelian artisans, through traditional papier-mâché masks, symbols of recognized know-how. The dance troupes, the richness of the costumes and the mobilization of actors in the cultural industry have, once again, confirmed the unique place of Jacmel in the national artistic landscape.

Agreement between the UEH and Expertise France

Adoption this week of a memorandum of understanding between the State University of Haiti (UEH) and “Expertise France” aimed at financing a master’s program in governance, management and public procurement.

The American Embassy congratulates our U-17 Grenadiers

"The United States Embassy in Haiti warmly congratulates the incredible young Grenadiers for their brilliant qualification for the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar! We support you enthusiastically at every stage of this great adventure. Go Grenadiers !"

HL/ HaitiLibre