Caribbean News
No closer to knowing; We remember Jovenel Moïse One Year since July 7 2021 Assassination
By Dana Malcolm
Staff Writer
#Haiti, July 15, 2022 – As we marked a year since the death of former Haitian President Jovenel Moïse on Wednesday July 7 the Caribbean republic’s story remains practically invisible to the world.
On June 7, 2021, Haiti was thrust into turmoil when news broke that the President had been killed and It has been a difficult year for the Caribbean nation. While the government prepares to honor Moïse in a two day ceremony, that ceremony will take place without the addition of his family as his wife, Martine Moïse, who was also injured in the assassination, still at odds with new Prime Minister Ariel Henry, has rejected their invitations.
The rejection is only one symptom of deeper fissures in the country.
Several persons have been arrested but none have admitted to the murder and the question of why still echoes throughout Haiti unanswered.
Martine told the New York Times someone powerful financed the attack. Someone with enough money to pay off the 30 to 50 guards that normally protected her husband.
“Only the oligarchs and the system could kill him,” she said.
The world is no closer to a concrete answer but what is clear is that since the assassination gangs have become much more powerful than before, outgunning the police according to officials. School dropout and unemployment rates are
at a new high, kidnappings abound and three times more of Haitians than usual are putting their lives at risk to leave the country on overcrowded fast boats.
Despite all this the situation has taken a backseat to humanitarian crises in other areas of the world. The stories carried internationally are harrowing ones, of kidnapping and murder. The lopsided coverage leaves the international audience largely unaware of the very real humanitarian crises spreading across the country in waves.
Stories centering Haitians and their experiences are few and far between. In order for Haiti to get the help it needs this must be corrected.
CARICOM had indicated that more aid would be provided to Haiti in its most recent Intersessional Meeting and Canada and the US have led aid efforts to the Caribbean country donating almost $70 million this year for rebuilding efforts after the earthquake in 2021.
Still despite the monetary assistance the problems persist.
The power vacuum created by the Moïse assassination remains unchecked and suspect.
The UN which pulled its Peacekeeping operatives out of Haiti in 2019 amidst scandals about disease and sexual abuse, now says healthcare and education are suffering.
It is clear, while Haitian people are not running from bombs and air raids, they are trying to eke out some semblance of a decent life and at worst, escape death and torture.
Bahamas News
CCCCC Secures US$6.73M for Climate Resilience Projects in The Bahamas, St.Kitts and Nevis
April 17, 2025 – The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) has announced the Green Climate Fund’s (GCF) approval of three critical climate resilience projects for St. Kitts and Nevis and The Bahamas. The projects, collectively securing nearly US$6.73M in funding, will support national adaptation planning and climate-smart agricultural initiatives to strengthen regional resilience against climate change impacts.
St. Kitts and Nevis secured an approved funding allocation of US$732,616.00 to develop the St. Kitts and Nevis Climate Smart Agriculture Project (SKN CSA-P) through the GCF’s Project Preparation Facility (PPF). The PPF grant proposal received formal approval on 14 February 2025.
The PPF grant will be used to fully develop the SKN CSA Project through several critical studies, such as a Feasibility Study, Environmental and Social Action Plan, and Gender Assessment and Action Plan. Designed to advance sustainable agricultural practices, the SKN CSA-P aims to strengthen food security, enhance climate resilience, and mitigate environmental degradation across the twin-island nation.
The twin-island Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis is poised to strengthen its national adaptation efforts through strategic investments in institutional capacity-building, policy development, and climate risk assessments—critical components for fostering long-term climate resilience. Formally approved on 10 March 2025, this initiative will be driven by the Building Resilience Through National Adaptation Planning in St. Kitts and Nevis (SKN-NAP) Project, which has successfully secured US$2,998,365.00 in funding.
Spearheaded by Ryan Phillip, Project Development Specialist at the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC), the SKN-NAP
project will enhance the country’s ability to anticipate, plan for, and respond to climate challenges. By integrating climate risk considerations into national policies and strengthening institutional frameworks, this initiative will lay the groundwork for a more resilient and climate-adaptive future for St. Kitts and Nevis.
Phillip shared, “The development of a National Adaptation Plan for St. Kitts and Nevis marks a pivotal milestone in the country’s efforts to build resilience against the impacts of climate change. This initiative will establish a clear roadmap for strengthening adaptive capacity and addressing climate vulnerabilities through targeted interventions. Through this process, St. Kitts and Nevis will be better equipped to anticipate, plan for, and respond to climate challenges. Additionally, it will enhance the country’s ability to attract much-needed financial resources to implement large-scale climate-adaptation initiatives in key sectors such as health, tourism, and agriculture. I am grateful to have spearheaded the development of this proposal and deeply appreciate the support of the Green Climate Fund (GCF) throughout this process and their ongoing commitment to supporting Small Island Developing States (SIDS).”
The Bahamas also secured US$2,999,997.00 in funding through the approval of the Advancing National Adaptation Planning in The Bahamas (BAH-NAP) Project. Formally approved on 18 February 2025, this transformative initiative is designed to enhance the country’s long-term climate resilience by embedding climate adaptation strategies into national policies and planning frameworks.
Dr. Donneil Cain, Former Lead Project Development Specialist at the CCCCC, led the development of this project, which will strengthen institutional capacity, improve risk management, and ensure that The Bahamas is better equipped to address climate vulnerabilities and future environmental challenges. By mainstreaming climate resilience into national development strategies, the project will foster sustainable growth while safeguarding critical sectors from the impacts of climate change.
This approval underscores the Caribbean’s steadfast dedication to proactive climate action and resilience-building. Continuing to build on the momentum of the recently held GCF Regional Dialogue, the CCCCC reaffirms its unwavering commitment to supporting Caribbean nations in their climate adaptation and mitigation efforts. The CCCCC will continue to collaborate closely with regional governments, international partners, and key stakeholders to mobilise critical resources, drive innovative solutions, and implement strategic interventions that empower vulnerable communities to navigate and thrive amid growing climate challenges.
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