The story so far · 2 days, October 6 to 7, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Port-au-Prince, Haiti on October 6, 2026. Newest first.
Haiti has not held national elections since 2016, and President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in 2021. Armed gangs control much of the capital, and transitional authorities have struggled to organise a vote.
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Haiti's Provisional Electoral Council delayed presidential and legislative elections set for December 13, citing technical, operational and security requirements.
Why it matters: The delay prolongs Haiti's lack of elected leadership as gang violence grips the country.
Sources: AFP · See it on the globe
Haiti's Provisional Electoral Council postponed presidential and legislative elections set for December 13, citing technical, operational and security requirements.
Why it matters: The delay prolongs Haiti's lack of elected leadership amid severe gang violence.
Sources: AFP · See it on the globe