Mass Migration from Haiti's Capital Due to Gang Violence
More than 53,000 people have fled Haiti's capital in less than three weeks to escape gang violence. The majority are heading to Haiti's rural southern region, raising concerns about the lack of infrastructure and resources to accommodate them.
Key Points
- Over 53,000 people have fled Port-au-Prince in less than three weeks due to gang violence
- More than 60% are heading to the rural southern region, raising concerns about infrastructure and resources
- Violence in the capital led to over 1,500 deaths and 17,000 homeless by March 22
- Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced resignation amid the crisis