AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBRH Research Push: Haiti’s central bank says it’s tracking 7 Research & Development projects under the BRH fund, with over 66 million gourdes going into agriculture, health, environment, and tech—plus early progress on medical waste management and turning plastic waste into paving stones. Gang Violence & Health Strain: UN reporting says fresh clashes between rival gangs around Port-au-Prince have killed at least 78 people and injured 66 since Saturday, displacing thousands and forcing hospitals and MSF services to suspend or evacuate. Minimum Wage Update: Haiti’s government published new 2026 minimum wages by sector in Le Moniteur, effective May 6, with increases across private electricity, telecoms, banking, media, schools, healthcare, and more. Water & Sanitation Jobs: DINEPA launched a 2026 internship program selecting 120 young graduates to strengthen drinking water and sanitation services. Food Security Funding: A US$23.6 million IFAD-backed project (2025–2032) targets poverty and hunger in Haiti’s Southeast through sustainable agriculture and healthier diets. Regional Migration Pressure: The Bahamas deported 107 Haitians to Cap-Haïtien amid an immigration crackdown, including women and minors.
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