Gang War in Haiti: How Gangs Are Taking Over the Country | Investigate LATAM
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Warzone Haiti: The Iron Grip of the Gangs | Investigate LATAM
In Port-au-Prince, nearly three million people are living in the grips of all-out gang war. The filmmakers spent a fortnight filming in and around the Haitian capital, speaking to a population held hostage by this drawn-out crisis.
Gangs now control more than 80% of the city and their notorious spokesman Jimmy Chérizier, also known as “Barbecue”, told our team they’re not counting on laying down their weapons any time soon. “We demand to be at the negotiating table,” he said from his stronghold in the slums of lower Port-au-Prince, “If not, we will continue to fight.” Barbecue is the frontman of a powerful alliance of the capital’s gangs called Viv Ansamn. Instead of fighting each other, the armed groups have united and turned their firepower on the state, forcing prime minister Ariel Henry to resign during an overseas trip in March 2024.
Today, the gangs wield considerable economic and military leverage. They control most of Port-au-Prince’s seafront and therefore the zones surrounding its strategically located ports. Haiti relies heavily on imports, shipping in more than 50% of its food – a figure shocking for a country with an abundance of fertile land.
Many Haitians blame corrupt, ultra-wealthy elites for nurturing the situation and building up vast family fortunes via monopolies on the trade in staple goods. “At first, some businessmen used youths and bandits to attack rivals, pillage and set fire to the businesses of those they didn’t want to deal with and kidnap competitors. But since then, the gangs have become more structured and more powerful, in most cases, they’ve turned against their former masters.” In the lower shantytowns of Port-au-Prince, the bastions of the gangs, thousands of people are staying put, unable or unwilling to flee. Murders, kidnappings, fires and worse are common and no end to the crisis seems in sight.
This documentary was first broadcast on France24 in June/July 2024.
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Sad situation for my Haitian people. Pray to God. Turn to God only Gkd can help. The devil is working successfully...need to run em out
Gang War in Haiti: How Gangs Are Taking Over the Country | Investigate LATAM
Investigate Latin America
78,977 views
Warzone Haiti: The Iron Grip of the Gangs | Investigate LATAM
In Port-au-Prince, nearly three million people are living in the grips of all-out gang war. The filmmakers spent a fortnight filming in and around the Haitian capital, speaking to a population held hostage by this drawn-out crisis.
Gangs now control more than 80% of the city and their notorious spokesman Jimmy Chérizier, also known as “Barbecue”, told our team they’re not counting on laying down their weapons any time soon. “We demand to be at the negotiating table,” he said from his stronghold in the slums of lower Port-au-Prince, “If not, we will continue to fight.” Barbecue is the frontman of a powerful alliance of the capital’s gangs called Viv Ansamn. Instead of fighting each other, the armed groups have united and turned their firepower on the state, forcing prime minister Ariel Henry to resign during an overseas trip in March 2024.
Today, the gangs wield considerable economic and military leverage. They control most of Port-au-Prince’s seafront and therefore the zones surrounding its strategically located ports. Haiti relies heavily on imports, shipping in more than 50% of its food – a figure shocking for a country with an abundance of fertile land.
Many Haitians blame corrupt, ultra-wealthy elites for nurturing the situation and building up vast family fortunes via monopolies on the trade in staple goods. “At first, some businessmen used youths and bandits to attack rivals, pillage and set fire to the businesses of those they didn’t want to deal with and kidnap competitors. But since then, the gangs have become more structured and more powerful, in most cases, they’ve turned against their former masters.” In the lower shantytowns of Port-au-Prince, the bastions of the gangs, thousands of people are staying put, unable or unwilling to flee. Murders, kidnappings, fires and worse are common and no end to the crisis seems in sight.
This documentary was first broadcast on France24 in June/July 2024.
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Welcome to Explore Latin America – your destination for powerful stories, deep insights, and captivating documentaries about one of the world’s most vibrant regions.
Dive into the rich landscapes of Latin America, from the peaks of the Andes to the heart of the Amazon, and uncover the political shifts, economic developments, cultural movements, and historical events that shape the continent today. We explore everything from ancient civilizations and colonial legacies to modern cities, social change, and emerging innovation.
Our channel offers thoughtful analysis and on-the-ground perspectives that go beyond the headlines. Whether you're fascinated by history, passionate about global politics, or simply curious about the cultures and people of Latin America, you'll find compelling content that informs and inspires.
Join us as we uncover the stories, challenges, and triumphs that define Latin America in the past and present. Subscribe and become part of a community eager to understand this dynamic and influential region of the world.