Haitian Cuisine: Enjoy a good lalo to start April off right!

Jean Wood Jude, known as a silent poet, releases his very first collection of Poems.

Born in Port-au-Prince on October 10, 2001, Jean Wood Jude is a young 23-year-old Haitian poet/slammer. His talent and determination in the pursuit of his poetic passion have allowed him to serve the cause of poetry and to be one of the best-known figures in the Haitian poetic world thanks to short videos broadcast on social networks. Apart from his artistic and literary activity, Jean Wood Jean is a student in social communication at the Faculty of Human Sciences (FASCH) within the State University of Haiti. Better known under the nickname Silent Poet, he has more than 200,000 followers on his social networks, and regularly publishes poems in French and Creole. The release of his collection entitled “waltz of a silent heart or Pantalèt Kè m” will only confirm the talent of this young artist.

Haiti: The Center department, one of the departments most resistant to natural earthquakes

The Center department, commonly called Plateau Central, is one of the ten (10) departments of Haïti most robust in the face of certain natural phenomena. Before becoming one of the ten (10) departments of Haiti, the Center department was part of the Great North. It is renowned for its natural landscapes, its biosphere climate and its resistance to certain natural phenomena. In addition to its natural productions such as corn, millet and livestock, the Center department is also known for its high mountains which constitute a robust defense against certain natural phenomena such as earthquakes and floods. Composed mainly of high mountains, the department of Charlemagne Peralte and Benoît Batravil is the only one of the ten (10) not to have an outlet to the sea. However, its inhabitants take advantage of the vast rivers, rivers and lakes which cross it . With an area of ​​3,487 km², the population of the Center department is estimated at 678,626 according to a study carried out in 2009. On this same area, the department is divided into four (4) districts and twelve (12) communes. Bordered to the east by the Dominican Republic, the Center department connects other departments of the country such as Nord and Artibonite, and connects the two countries of the island through border areas like Balladère, Hinche and Cerca Carvajal. In the Center department, there are sites that could attract tourists for their natural beauty. In Saut d’Eau, there is the Saut d’Eau waterfall, in Hinche we find the Zim basin, the Péligre lake, the Péligre hydroelectric dam, the Artibonite river, and the Deux river (2 ) Rooms in Thomonde, more precisely in "El Manni", not far from the communal section of Caille-Epin. Thanks to its strong mountains and its natural climate, the Center department remains one of the most resistant departments in the event of an earthquake in Haiti.

January 1st in Haiti: Celebration of Independence

January 1 is an emblematic date for Haiti, marking not only the start of the new year but above all the commemoration of the country’s independence. In 1804, after a fierce struggle against French colonial rule, Haïti became the world’s first independent black republic. This day is celebrated with pride and fervor across the country, combining tradition, history and culture.

50 Young Haitian Women Trained in Digital Technology: BIZNISLIFE & UHDES Pave the Way for a New Generation of Leaders!

On February 2, 2025, a new initiative promoting women’s empowerment was launched with the launch of a digital skills training program, led by BIZNISLIFE and UHDES (Haitian Emergency for Economic and Social Development). This ambitious project aims to train and support 50 young women from the Nippes department in the digital world, offering them a gateway to promising professional opportunities.

November 18 in Haiti: Commemoration of the Battle of Vertières

Every year, on November 18, Haïti celebrates one of the most significant events in its history: the Battle of Vertières. This date, a symbol of courage and determination, recalls the decisive victory of Haitian troops over French colonial forces in 1803, thus paving the way for the independence of Haiti, proclaimed on January 1, 1804.

Difference Between Haitian Tonmtonm and African Foutou (Fufu)

Haitian and African cuisine are gastronomic treasures that highlight local ingredients and preparation techniques passed down through generations. Among the most popular dishes of both cuisines, Haitian Tonmtonm and African Foutou (or Fufu) are distinguished by their rich flavors and unique textures. These two dishes, although they share a similar foundation - the use of local products such as cassava or plantain - have interesting differences, especially in their preparation, taste and accompaniment.