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Haiti

The Republic of Haiti is a country located on the western half of the island of Hispaniola, in the Caribbean Sea. It borders the Dominican Republic to the East.

Haiti is a former Spanish and later French colony that declared independence in 1804. It was ruled by a series of authoritarian governments for much of the 20th century. Its capital and largest city is Port-au-Prince. With over 10 million inhabitants, it's the second-most-populous Caribbean country. This page collates all of DW's content on Haiti.

Haiti Port-au-Prince Proteste gegen Regierung wegen Korruption

Deadly protests in Haiti over corruption investigation 18.10.2018

At least two people were killed and several injured in protests over corruption. Police opened fire on a crowd to clear the way for a presidential motorcade after a public ceremony being held nearby.
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Deadly earthquake hits Haiti 07.10.2018

A 5.9 magnitude earthquake has hit northern Haiti killing at least 14 people and injuring more than 100. The quake was felt across the Caribbean island.

Haiti Port-au-Prince Parlament Premierminister Jack Guy Lafontant

Haitian Prime Minister Jack Guy Lafontant resigns 14.07.2018

After IMF-mandated fuel price hikes triggered riots that resulted in at least four deaths, Haitian PM Guy Lafontant has resigned. Now the president is searching for a way to appease consumers, politicians and economists.
Haiti Straßenkämpfe und Plünderungen

Haiti civil unrest continues despite fuel hike rollback 09.07.2018

Looters burned and vandalized shops in the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince as protests over fuel price rises entered a third day. Several US church groups and volunteers are stranded with most flights remaining canceled.
Haiti | Ausschreitungen in Port-au-Prince

Haiti gripped by deadly riots over fuel prices 08.07.2018

Several deaths have been reported in Haiti as people rioted to protest significant increases in gas and fuel prices. Major airlines have canceled flights to the island. Leaders have appealed for calm.
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World in Progress: Working against the odds 30.05.2018

This week on the show: South Korea's automation craze is taking a toll on employees. Former gang members in El Salvador are struggling to reintegrate into the workforce because their tattoos mark them for life. And how are Haitians in Miami's Little Haiti coping after US President Donald Trump ended their temporary protected status that allowed them to legally live and work in the United States?
Street art, Little Haiti, Miami

World in Progress: Exodus in Miami's Little Haiti 30.05.2018

After the devastating earthquake in 2010, many Haitians came to the US. Many settled in Little Haiti, a neighborhood in Miami. They were allowed to live and work under what's called Temporary Protected Status (TPS). But US President Donald Trump ended the program early in his term, effectively kicking them out of the country by July next year. Many Haitians have already left Little Haiti.
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Oxfam GB chief to quit in wake of Haiti abuse scandal 16.05.2018

Mark Goldring has said someone else should help "rebuild" the group following the scandal in Haiti. He was criticized for his handling of the claims that Oxfam staff paid prostitutes for sex while on a mission in Haiti.
Haiti Hilfe durch Oxfam

Haiti suspends Oxfam GB operations for two months 22.02.2018

Haiti has revoked Oxfam GB's approval to operate in the country while its government investigates sexual misconduct allegations against the charity. They date back to the aftermath of Haiti's 2010 earthquake disaster.
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Oxfam sex scandal: Staff reportedly bullied witness in Haiti inquiry 19.02.2018

UK charity Oxfam has revealed that three staff bullied a witness during a 2011 inquiry into sexual misconduct in Haiti. Its release of a formerly confidential report comes as it tries to rebuild trust after the scandal.
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Inside Europe: The sex scandal at Oxfam 16.02.2018

OXFAM, the UK’s leading aid agency, has been accused of covering up the sexual misconduct of some of its senior staff. That misconduct occurred during the relief operation in Haiti after it was hit by a devastating earthquake in 2010. Now, following recent revelations about OXFAM staff sent to the Caribbean country, the agency’s future could be on the line. From London Stephen Beard reports.
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Oxfam sex abuse: South Africa's Desmond Tutu turns away from organization 15.02.2018

In the wake of sexual abuse allegations, Oxfam has lost another of its ambassadors. Nobel Peace Prize winner Desmond Tutu spoke of "immorality and possible criminality," as Haiti launches a probe into the incidents.
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Oxfam sex scandal: EU warns charities to uphold 'ethical standards' 12.02.2018

Following the Oxfam sex scandal, the EU says charities risk losing their funding if they do not meet ethical standards. Oxfam's deputy chief executive has resigned while taking "full responsibility" for the scandal.
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Oxfam promises reforms after Haiti sex scandal 11.02.2018

Oxfam's head will meet with a British government official to discuss how to move forward following a sexual misconduct scandal. London has threatened to cut off funding to organizations that don't undertake reforms.
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Oxfam denies 'Haiti sex party' cover-up 09.02.2018

A newspaper report said Oxfam staff paid prostitutes for sex while on a mission to help 2010 earthquake victims. The British charity says it dismissed four employees following an internal investigation.
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Martin Luther King Jr.'s children condemn Trump for 's***hole' remarks 15.01.2018

Martin Luther King Jr. Day has been marked by ongoing criticisms of Donald Trump alleged comments about African countries and Haiti. Haitians and Trump supporters clashed close to the president's Mar-a-Lago retreat.
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