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Melchie Daëlle Dumornay: the Haitian nugget in the running for the title of best CONCACAF player

Haiti, a country often associated with its socio-economic challenges, also has an incredible wealth of talent and potential in various fields, including sports. One of the brightest jewels in this treasure is Melchie Dumornay, a young footballer who has just been voted CONCACAF MVP. This prestigious title highlights not only her exceptional abilities, but also the enormous potential that Haïti has to impress the world.

Haïti Cuisine: “JOUNEN RETWOUVAY AK MANJE AYISYEN” on the occasion of Andy Vibert’s Birthday

On October 19, 2023, the Haitian community came together to celebrate Andy Vibert’s birthday in an extraordinary way, by organizing a special event titled "JOUNEN RETWOUVAY AK MANJE AYISYEN." This exceptional day was an opportunity to highlight the richness of Haitian cuisine by offering a delicious variety of traditional dishes, such as joumou soup, chiktay, weighed bananas, tonmtonm, tchaka, lalo, white rice, pea and vegetable puree, bòy ak sòs pwa, and of course, the famous griots. Beyond the simple celebration of an anniversary, this evening had a deeper objective, namely to encourage fellow Haitians to favor local consumption. Andy Vibert, by highlighting these traditional dishes, wanted to make guests aware of the importance of supporting national production.

What is the capital of Haiti?

Port-au-Prince is the vibrant and historic capital of Haiti. Located on the bay of the same name, this city is much more than just an administrative center. It embodies the soul of the country through its history, vibrant culture, and resilience in the face of challenges. Let’s discover why Port-au-Prince is the beating heart of Haiti.

False Rumor of Animal Consumption by Haitians in Ohio

Since the beginning of the week, an unfounded rumor has been circulating in the United States, particularly in the state of Ohio, accusing Haitians in the diaspora of killing and consuming pets, as well as ducks in public ponds. These allegations, widely relayed by certain public and political figures, have been formally denied by local authorities and the police in Springfield, the city where these alleged events allegedly took place. Despite these denials, the rumor continues to thrive, fueling stigmatization against Haitian migrants.

Haitian Cuisine: 10 Must-Eat Drinks and Desserts for an Authentic Christmas

Christmas in Haïti is not limited to festivities and traditional songs. It is also an explosion of flavors, with typical desserts and drinks that delight the taste buds and add a unique touch to the celebrations. Discover 10 must-haves of Haitian gastronomy for an authentic and gourmet Christmas.

Haiti: Carnival and Rara: Crossed Perspectives on Culture and Haitian Identity

In our tradition, carnival represents an essential cultural activity. Indeed, for the holding of it this year, the State had drawn from the public treasury not only a huge sum but also a strong concentration of law enforcement to ensure the protection and security of carnival-goers in the area. metropolitan. Despite numerous criticisms and concerns expressed by certain media on the one hand, then on the other hand by the democratic opposition. While it is true that in Port au Prince these concerns had had a no less valuable consequence on the progress of this festivity. It is no less true that this was the case in other provincial towns, as proof in the southeast department the authorities did not record anything as an element of accident or incident during the progress of the carnival unlike Port au Prince. Certainly, socio/economic problems are increasingly worrying, nevertheless what makes us what we are today, a free and independent people is none other than our exceptionality. This deeply expresses our intrinsic characteristic in relation to people. In fact, historically we are a people who laugh and cry, smile and irritate, dance and hit the system, sing and fight so well that "grenadya alaso sa ki mouri zafè ya yo" is the most emblematic song of the slaves for the conquest of our freedom. We do not intend to claim that those who expressed their disagreement with the carnival are showing a historical deficit. However, we leave in the shadows a fundamental question: why is carnival taken care of by the State while the rara is like an abandoned child? The rara is not only a simple cultural tradition but, above all, it is the heritage of our valiant warriors who bravely fought the French expeditionary army, the most powerful of the time. While, this mass cultural, she is still marginalized by state authorities. It is emphasized that social cohesion is the dead point of carnival. On the other hand, this is the strong point of rara. As proof, the Thursday of the Dead in our Voudouesque tradition which represents the opening ceremony for the rara bands is the blatant testimony of this social cohesion. And, in fact, there were circles of people who took divergent directions to attend the opening ceremony of their rara bands. For this opening ceremony the atmosphere was a taste of carnival in terms of color. On the side of Croix Hilaire, for the title champion Ratyèfè full force band, the color of his club was very diverse, a long dress of apricot yellow, mauve white, then white scarf. In terms of performance, this band had completely proven its champion skills thanks to its arsenal of musicians who were not in their testing phase. To tell the truth, they performed their note with surgical precision as a doctor-surgeon in his surgical procedure. The synchronization between the musicians, the instruments and then the fans form a whole and harmonize perfectly well. This band not only has the magic of words and verbs, it seems that they also have the magic to thrill even the most reluctant fans. Moreover, his performance for this dead Thursday was a challenge for his rivals this weekend to the extent that their performances were less good. On the symbol side of light, Grap Kenèp was the wonder of the Thursday evening of the dead. His club dressed in the appropriate color for this evening, purple scarf, purple jersey, then white “kolan”. In a symbolic way, this marriage of color represents Baron in Haitian Vodou. Without a doubt, it was the most beautiful symbolic representation of the evening. In terms of performance, returning from the cemetery we felt a very strong warmth of jubilation, elation, and playfulness for a completely balanced performance. As far as Chenn Tamarin is concerned, it was already 2 a.m. when our team met him, it was a less good performance than what we were accustomed to. On the symbolic side it leaves something to be desired. His news was that he had his own media. Petit-Goave/Culture and Society

"Live Our Day, Live Our Rights": A Recreational Day to Celebrate Teenagers Despite the Crisis

On Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., all teenagers are invited to take part in a major Recreational Day under the theme: "Live Our Day, Live Our Rights". The event, organized by REVIV, one of the ministries within the Rendez-Vous Christ Church, will take place at Kiskeya Chapel in Delmas 75, with departure scheduled from RVC. It is important to note that REVIV is the ministry dedicated to teenagers aged 13 to 19 within RVC.

Haïti / Ganthier: I Let You In, an Ode to Modern Relationships by Igens VIL

The Meaning of the Essence of Love The commune of President Boniface Alexandre and Martial CELESTIN produces a talented artist. Yes, Ganthier stands out as one of its best representatives on the international scene. "I Let You In" is a title that lays bare the complexity of heterogeneous relationships around the world. This opus, both provocative and touching, awakens the mind, body and soul. I am deeply moved by the way in which the artist Igens VIL, a true emblematic figure of Ganthier, evokes intense emotions and provokes reflection on the issues of contemporary romantic relationships. Each verse of this composition, co-written with Dayvin Kaponda, contains profound messages about tolerance towards others, our aspirations and ambitions, the true foundations of authentic love. It is the very essence of life. Despite the tumults of daily life and the inevitable misunderstandings in human relationships, he reminds us that “in my life, there is always a me; I have tried everything. Even if it means taking a step back, I am ready to do it. And if it means, I will get down on my knees”. The singer, who spent a large part of his adolescence in Galette-Chambon, the first communal section of the commune of Ganthier, is now active in the French music industry. He eloquently and skillfully addresses the complex triangle of sentimental relationships: sacrifice, tolerance and communication. This remarkable work deserves to be heard everywhere; it inspires faith, reflection and action. Gensbe, known as Igens VIL, deserves awards for this song. Guitarist, singer, composer and academic in France, he embodies a rare mix of talents for a young Haitian engaged in these demanding fields that require time, sacrifice and a lot of energy. Today, Gensbe is at his peak and never gives up. More songs are in the works for you, dear listeners. Subscribe to Gensbe on YouTube and other platforms. He is without a doubt one of the best Haitian artists among the big international names. I’ll let you in.

Haïti is not just about gangs

Haiti, often reduced to alarming headlines about gang activity, is much more than that. It is a country whose history, natural riches and culture are deeply woven into the fabric of humanity. Although it faces challenges, there is so much to admire and celebrate in this Caribbean nation.