Following the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse on July 7, 2021, Haiti faced a political vacuum. Prime Minister Ariel Henry, appointed shortly before Moïse’s death, faced challenges reestablishing a democratically elected government. Negotiations for new elections with opposition groups have failed, prolonging Haiti’s political and security crisis.
Haiti is also experiencing an economic crisis, marked by the continued depreciation of the gourde and skyrocketing prices for basic consumer products. Inflation levels reached 47.2% by the end of 2022. Ongoing negative economic growth for the fourth consecutive year, exacerbated by fuel shortages, has led to a reduction in social programs, intensifying poverty and food insecurity.
Haiti’s governance faces massive challenges. Despite agreements for “peaceful governance” and the establishment of transitional measures, political rifts persist. Haiti’s security situation deteriorated and Henry’s call for foreign intervention was rejected. Economic challenges and natural disasters further strain governance and exacerbate the country’s crises.
