News Roundup from Haiti – October 7, 2026
Haiti’s national football team, known as the Grenadiers, is set to compete against the United States in the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Nations League. The matches are scheduled for November 14 and 17, 2026. The Grenadiers are expected to host the USA at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica, with the confirmation of the venue still pending. The return match will take place at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio. This matchup comes as a challenge for Haiti, which has not secured a victory against the US team in half a century.
In governmental news, Marc-Elie Nelson, the Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, officially appointed Marie Ange Lorméus as the new Director of the Social Assistance Fund (CAS) on October 6, 2026. During the ceremony, Nelson reiterated the CAS’s crucial role in providing support to vulnerable individuals and families, stating, “Social assistance is not a favor granted to individuals. It engages the State’s responsibility towards the most vulnerable.”
Haitian nationals residing in Quebec can now obtain their National Identification Card (CIN) at the Consulate General of Haiti in Montreal. The consulate has outlined the necessary documents required for the issuance, including a copy of the birth certificate or an extract from the civil registry, as well as a copy of the marriage certificate for married women if applicable.
Sunrise Airways has taken an active role in supporting the Haitian Ladies Network (HLN) during its weekend event. The airline participated as a sponsor, emphasizing its commitment to empowering Haitian women and fostering community connections to help them thrive.
Emmanuel Ménard has been elected as the Grand Elect of the Grand Orient of Haiti 1824. The Minister of Culture received this title after a vote by delegates from 40 Masonic lodges across the nation. In his address, Ménard encouraged Freemasons to prioritize inner transformation and spiritual growth alongside their traditional ceremonies.
Meanwhile, in the arts, a theater workshop led by Nehémie Bastien is ongoing in Les Cayes until October 14, 2026. Participants are immersed in the joys of performance, guided by Bastien, who is also an actress and singer known for addressing themes of freedom and the female experience in her work.
