Zapping Haiti of August 18, 2026
18/08/2026 11:25:12
“Kokorat San Ras” and “Gran Grif” Sow Terror
Members of the terrorist gangs Kokorat San Ras and Gran Grif shot and killed one person and wounded several others in an attack in Marmont Paul, in the 7th communal section of Saint-Michel, Artibonite. The attack also resulted in several houses being burned down. Many residents fled their homes due to the violence.
The Iguana Café Nightclub Reduced to Ashes
The Iguana Café nightclub, located on the Canapé-Vert road, was ravaged by fire on the night of Saturday, August 15, to Sunday, August 16, 2026. According to initial reports, the fire was caused by burning garbage near the establishment. The flames then spread to the club, causing significant material damage.
17 Haitians Graduate in Orthotics and Prosthetics
The Cuban Ambassador, Ricardo García Nápoles, accompanied by the Head of the Cuban Medical Brigade (BMC), Dr. Guillermo Mora García, and the Director of the BMC’s Southern Department, Dr. Aliuska La O Llanes, visited Beaumont, a town in the Corail district (Grand’Anse department). Doctors Yailene Bongo Bell and Karelia Kiala Sevila, specialists in Comprehensive General Medicine, work at the Beaumont community clinic. They also visited Saint-Antoine Hospital in Jérémie, where eight staff members work. This hospital houses an orthotics and prosthetics workshop, directed by Juan Manuel Arenas Griñan, a graduate in physiotherapy. Recently, 17 Haitians received their technician diplomas after completing training in orthotics, prosthetics, and orthopedic bandages.
Influencer Ariana Milagro and Waste
Influencer Ariana Milagro Lafond visited the National Solid Waste Management Service (SNGRS) and was received by Director General Daril Baltazar and Deputy Director General Ernseau Létang. During this meeting, discussions focused on potential collaboration with the SNGRS, particularly regarding waste recycling and recovery.
Brazil : Haiti Promotes its Gastronomic and Cultural Heritage
Haiti recently participated in the 1st Forum of the Americas on Wine Tourism and Gastronomy, held in São Paulo, Brazil. The forum was organized by ADEGA in collaboration with UN Tourism. The Haitian delegation was led by Sinedie Saintil Dupuy, Director General of the Ministry of Tourism, who spoke at the opening ceremony. She was accompanied by Jean Odelin Casseus, a member of the Minister’s staff, and was joined on site by Youri Emmanuel, Consul General of Haiti in São Paulo. Through its participation, Haiti reaffirms its commitment to strengthening its presence at major international tourism events, promoting the richness of its gastronomic and cultural heritage, and developing new opportunities for regional and international cooperation.
Condolences
“It is with deep sadness that we learned of the passing of Patrick Vilaire. A brilliant sculptor, Patrick Vilaire left a unique mark on the history of Haitian art. Several of his works held in our collection attest to the richness and power of his work. But Patrick was also a true transmitter of knowledge.” The Poto Mitan Arts and Culture Center, which he co-founded with Wilfrid Austin Casimir and Jean-Claude Garoute, known as Tiga, remains one of the most important artistic training and education centers in Haiti. Over the past few years, we have had the privilege of developing a close and fruitful relationship with him. He notably assisted us in establishing our ceramics workshop and made a tangible contribution to its development by donating a kiln to the Center. Through his work, his commitment, and his generosity, Patrick Vilaire helped to keep artistic knowledge and practices alive and to transmit them in Haiti. The Art Center extends its sincere condolences to his family, loved ones, and all those grieving his loss” See also : https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-48235-obituary-death-of-artist-patrick-vilaire.html
HL/ HaitiLibre
