Here and Now 5/11/25: Saving young lives amid the severe humanitarian crisis in Haiti

Here and Now 5/11/25: Saving young lives amid the severe humanitarian crisis in Haiti

Armed, violent gangs currently control much of Haiti, reportedly 85% of the capital city of Port-au-Prince. There is also a significant shortage of basic necessities.

Gang violence in Haiti

An escalation in gang violence has pushed Haiti into a new era of insecurity, as armed gangs control the majority of the capital, Port-au-Prince

Port-au-Prince, May 10 (Latin Press) The Union of Progressive Haitian Students Parents reported that 69 public and private university institutions are closed today due to violence imposed by gangs. The post Almost 70 university faculties closed in Haiti due to violence first appeared on Noticias Prensa Latina.