Journalists in Haiti defy bullets and censorship to cover unprecedented violence

Behind the Bylines: Fear and journalism

At its best, journalism is a fearless pursuit. When journalists challenge power, ask difficult questions, and bring to light concerns and corruption, they sometimes put themselves in precarious situations. While we may hope to see journalism succeed despite political pressure and threats of violence, that is simply not always the reality. Where corruption festers and journalism pursues, danger is almost always a possibility. And with the potenti…

Journalists in Haiti defy bullets and censorship to cover unprecedented violence

Journalists in Haiti are under attack like never before. They are dodging bullets, defying censorship and setting personal struggles aside as they document the downfall of Haiti’s capital and the surge in violence blamed on powerful gangs that control 85% of Port-au-Prince.

Editors and Reporters Denounce Bill That Would Upend Investigative Journalism in Peru

A bill currently being proposed in the South American country's legislature would have a chilling effect, and make in-depth exposés of the powerful virtually impossible.

Jean-Jacques Asperges used to enjoy coming home after a long day working at a radio station in one of the most dangerous places in the world for journalists.

PAHO sends almost three tons of essential medicines and health supplies to Haiti - Caribbean News Global

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti, (PAHO/WHO) – As part of its commitment to address the prolonged humanitarian crisis in Haiti, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) sent a new shipment of almost three tons of essential medicines and health supplies from its Strategic Reserve in Panama, which arrived in the country today. The shipment includes surgical care kits for trauma patients, syringes, personal protective equipment for health workers, emer…

A passenger injured by gunshot while flying to Port-au-Prince A Haitian government helicopter, managed by Civil Protection, was targeted by an armed attack on Monday, April 1, 2025, in the afternoon, while flying over the town of Saut-d'eau. According to an official source, the aircraft was hit by a projectile. During this attack, a passenger was shot at the hip. The helicopter was travelling to the Haitian capital and was to land on the tarmac …