NewsThe Haitian TimesAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade
Haiti's Northeast residents register for national elections amid security concerns
Residents in Haiti's Northeast department are registering to vote in anticipation of national elections, the first in nearly a decade. This registration effort occurs despite ongoing concerns regarding armed-group violence in the capital and surrounding regions.
Read the full story at The Haitian TimesWhy It Matters
The registration process marks a potential shift toward restoring national democratic processes in Haiti after a ten-year hiatus, though security conditions remain a significant factor for participants.
Key Facts
- Voter registration is currently underway in Haiti's Northeast department.
- Haiti has not held national elections for nearly ten years.
- Armed-group violence continues to affect the capital and surrounding areas.
- Residents are expressing both a desire to participate in the democratic process and doubts due to the security environment.
Who's Mentioned
personGanel Joseph“Psychologist commenting on the election”locationNortheast“The specific department in Haiti where residents are registering.”personRonald Lareche“Ex-lawmaker”personRomenald Nelson“Resident commenting on registration confusion”personErnst Manigat“President of the Departmental Electoral Office (BED)”organizationNational Identification Office“Reported on ID card distribution”personEdxon Francisque“Journalist and author of the article”organizationProvisional Electoral Council“The body responsible for scheduling elections”personJovenel Louis“Former lawmaker”personJackenson Accilien“Agronomist and political scientist”organizationHaitian Times“Media outlet reporting on the registration”organizationInstitute of Statistics and Informatics“Provided population data for the Northeast”locationHaiti“The country where voter registration is occurring.”organizationThe Haitian Times“The news outlet reporting the story.”personJancima Mereau“Resident of Ferrier”