34 illegal Haitians arrested in a van truck

Dominican army officers proceeded in the municipal district of Jicomé, Province of Valverde to the arrest of 34 Haitian migrants (17 men, 13 women and four minors) in an irregular migratory situation who were traveling concealed in a van truck closed. Dominican driver Luis Miguel Taveras Guzmán has been charged with human trafficking.

Death of Lilliane Pierre-Paul : Message of sympathy

Acting Prime Minister Ariel Henry :

"I learned, with sadness and emotion, of the death of journalist and presenter Liliane Pierre Paul. Liliane was an icon, a committed voice, a great figure in the press, one of the most famous and popular in the country. To her family, her loved ones, her colleagues and sisters, in particular her collaborators at Radio Kiskeya, which she co-founded, I send my heartfelt condolences."

Former Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe :

"Haitian journalism mourns the loss of a legend, Liliane Pierre-Paul. His boldness in the face of the truth and his unwavering commitment to his country left an indelible mark. His passing leaves a huge void, but his legacy will continue to inspire future generations. Our hearts are heavy, our thoughts are with her family and those she touched."

Embassy of France :

The Embassy of France in Haiti learns with sadness, the death of the journalist Lilliane Pierre-Paul which occurred this Monday, July 31. The Embassy presents its condolences to his family, friends, collaborators and to the press in general. A career journalist, Liliane Pierre-Paul was an activist for freedom of expression. His death is a huge loss for the Haitian press.

US Embassy:

The Embassy of Haiti in Canada salutes the memory of the famous journalist Liliane Pierre-Paul. A great loss for the press and the country. With the departure of Liliane, a page in the history of the Haitian press and the fight for democracy has just been turned.

See also : https://www.icihaiti.com/en/news-40152-icihaiti-obituaries-death-of-journalist-liliane-pierre-paul.html

Release of journalist Blondine Tanis

Kidnapped on Friday July 21, not far from her residence in Delmas, journalist Blondine Tanis was released by her captors for ransom on the evening of Sunday July 30, 2023.

Baccalauréat first day

Monday, the first day of the official Bas examinations, the 366 examination centers for the 2023 single baccalaureate operated in the 10 departments. Note that the Permanent Assessment Center will organize a session in August for all validated candidates who are unable to attend the exams.

HL/ HaitiLibre