FIBA AmeriCup 2029 : Haiti narrowly misses qualification

The Haitian National Basketball Team concluded its campaign in the FIBA ​​AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean Pre-Qualifiers, Group B 2026, with a convincing victory against the Cayman Islands [48-104], marking its third win in four games. Despite this impressive performance and a positive point difference of [+86 points], Haiti finished second in the group, just six points behind Barbados, which led the group [+92 points]. Since only the top team from each group qualifies for the next stage, Haiti's journey ends here. Nevertheless, this return to the international stage for the Haitian men's team after an eight-year absence is a notable achievement.

Formal Denial from the PNH

The General Directorate of the Haitian National Police (PNH) formally denies information circulating on some social media platforms suggesting that the government has decided to reduce police officers' risk allowance by 15%. The PNH states that this information has no official basis. It originates neither from the Prime Minister's Office nor from the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF), which are the only authorities competent to make or announce any decision on this matter.

Donation of 15 Multisport Wheelchairs

On Saturday, July 11, 2026, the J’Aime Haïti Foundation (FJAH), represented by its Executive Director, Gérald Oriol Jr., and the Haitian National Paralympic Committee (CNPH), represented by its President, Readforby Milfort, signed a document formalizing a donation of 15 multisport wheelchairs to the CNPH. Having previously implemented a project that included a wheelchair basketball training component, the FJAH recognizes the importance of sport and has chosen to make this equipment available to the CNPH to strengthen its wheelchair basketball program.

Condolences from the Embassy of Haiti in Qatar

The Embassy of Haiti in Qatar extends its deepest condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, to the Al Thani family, the Government, and the people of the State of Qatar, following the passing of the Emir, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The Republic of Haiti expresses its solidarity with the State of Qatar during this time of mourning and pays tribute to the enduring legacy of a visionary leader.

High-Level Meeting

As part of the inter-agency mission of the Emergency Operations Group (EDG), visiting Haiti. Pedrica Saint Jean, the Minister for the Status of Women, participated in a high-level meeting alongside Ministers Raïna Forbin (Foreign Affairs), Sandra Paulemon (Planning), and Marc Elie Nelson (Social Affairs). Discussions focused on the protection of populations, the fight against gender-based violence, the preservation of humanitarian space, and strengthening the role of local and community organizations in implementing interventions.

Dany Laferrière Begins a Tour

At the invitation of the Rectorate of the State University of Haiti (UEH), writer Dany Laferrière is beginning a two-week tour of Haiti. Welcomed in Port-au-Prince on Saturday, July 11, 2026, by Dieuseul Prédélus, the Rector of the UEH, Dany Laferrière will begin discussions with UEH students on Monday, July 13, about some of his work. "The Childhood of a Writer" will be the theme of a discussion between students and Dany Laferrière. Other meetings with academics, artists, writers, and readers are scheduled in Port-au-Prince throughout the week. The State University of Haiti (UEH) will take this opportunity to pay a well-deserved tribute to Dany Laferrière, a true son of Haiti. The tour will then continue in Petit-Goâve, the town where he spent his childhood, then in Cap-Haïtien, Vertières, and at the Henry Christophe campus in Limonade.

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