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Good morning. The Fusion party backs Jocelerme Privert for the presidential race. And Guadeloupe: MP warns of drop in overseas social housing funding. There's more below. But first, today's subject.

Extension of voter registration

The Haitian political landscape is seeing a major adjustment to its preparatory calendar for upcoming elections. An official announcement has just modified the administrative deadlines governing the participation of contenders in these races.

The decision. The Provisional Electoral Council has officially announced an extension of candidate registration for the upcoming elections in Haiti. This notable provision pushes back the initial administrative deadline in order to modify the current schedule. The official deadline is now set for October 31, 2026 for all applicants.

The consultations. This significant modification of the electoral calendar comes directly in the wake of consultations held with political parties. The institution's officials took the time to exchange views with the political formations concerned by these deadlines. The dialogue thus established actively supported the revision of the registration deadlines.

The government. The decision to push back candidate registration also comes after recent changes made by the Council of Ministers. These modifications decided at the executive level were enacted precisely on October 5. They align directly with the measures taken by the body in charge of the elections.

The outlook. All of these administrative provisions redefine the general framework for the upcoming elections in Haiti. The Provisional Electoral Council is thus ensuring the smooth running of this preparatory phase for all actors involved. Consequently, candidates have additional time to finalize their official procedures ahead of the polls.

What's next. The electoral process is thus continuing according to these new timeframes set by the authorities. The various stakeholders are adapting to this officially confirmed postponement for the coming weeks.

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Security

• Police retake the town of Belot and step up metropolitan operations
  The Haitian National Police stated that they have dislodged armed gangs from Belot, in the heights of Kenscoff.
• Experts reveal deep political ties and fractures within Haitian gang networks
  According to The Haitian Times, a 94-page document compiled by U.N. Secretary General experts from October 2025 to July 2026 highlights fractures within the Viv Ansanm coalition as general elections approach.

Justice

• Guadeloupe: Three new magistrates installed at the Court of Appeal in Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe
  The Court of Appeal of Basse-Terre officially welcomed three new judges on Friday, October 9. Among them are two Antilleans: Sonia Panglose and Moune Mercan.
• Twelve voodoo spiritual leaders take an oath before the justice system in Pòtoprens
  According to Le Quotidien 509, about twelve ougans and manbos appeared before Judge Bernard Saint-Vil at the Port-au-Prince Court of First Instance on October 1, 2026. This action follows the organization of baptisms, weddings, and funerals celebrated according to Vodou rites.

News

• Five PNH agents certified in lie detector tests
  The Haitian National Police (PNH) announced on Friday, October 9, at the Montana Hotel in Pétion-Ville, that five examiners are now certified to use lie detectors. This is a first in 31 years according to the same source.
• In Haiti, only ten percent of hospitals are operating at full capacity
  Barely one-tenth of medical facilities with inpatient beds are operating at full capacity in Haiti. According to Vant Bèf Info, this figure comes from report S/2026/714, drafted by the United Nations Panel of Experts on Haiti and made public in September 2026.
• Puerto Rico: Aníbal Marrero will direct the dances for Miss Universe 2026
  Aníbal Marrero, a Puerto Rican choreographer, will be in charge of the creative direction and dances for the Miss Universe pageant at the José Miguel Agrelot Coliseum in Puerto Rico. According to Primera Hora (Puerto Rico), Marrero will also hold open auditions for dancers in Guaynabo.
• Haiti Cuts Candidate Fees Except for Presidency
  Haiti has revised its candidate registration fees in a new Oct. 6 electoral decree, reducing costs for several positions but leaving the presidential fee unchanged at 2 million gourdes ($15,400). The decree also eases documentation requirements after criticism from political parties and coalitions.
• A fund of 28.1 million euros supports 15,000 Haitian farming families
  An envelope of 28.1 million euros, jointly granted by the European Union and the French Development Agency, funds the second phase of the Multisectoral Food Security and Nutrition Program.

Around the world

• At least 139 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Djibouti coast
  At least 139 migrants died when a boat capsized on Thursday night or Friday morning while traveling from Djibouti to Yemen, according to the IOM. Dozens are still missing. More than 80 people survived, all of them Ethiopian nationals.
• OLACDE adopts guidelines on AI and renewable energy
  Energy ministers from the OLACDE member countries approved several guidelines during their 56th meeting in Santo Domingo, from October 8 to 9. The discussions focused particularly on modernizing electrical networks and developing renewable energy sources.
• Three candidates of Haitian origin win seats in the Quebec elections
  According to Rezo Nòdwès, three personalities of Haitian origin won seats in the National Assembly of Quebec on October 5. Running under the banner of the Quebec Liberal Party, these elected officials won their ridings located in Laval and Montreal.

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