Annex to the Action Plan for National Recovery and Development of Haiti
Summary — This document is an annex to the Action Plan for National Recovery and Development of Haiti following the 2010 earthquake. It presents a post-disaster needs assessment (PDNA) conducted to evaluate damage, losses, and needs across various sectors to lay the foundations for reconstruction and long-term development.
Key Findings
- The total value of damage and losses is estimated at US$7.804 billion, equivalent to Haiti's 2009 GDP.
- Housing is the most affected sector, accounting for approximately 40% of the total damage.
- Needs beyond reconstruction are estimated at US$11.5 billion over three years, with 52% allocated to social sectors.
- The earthquake is estimated to decrease economic growth in 2010 by over 8%.
- Poverty is estimated to have returned to 2001 levels following the earthquake.
Full Description
This annex to the Action Plan for National Recovery and Development of Haiti details the Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) conducted after the devastating earthquake of January 12, 2010. The assessment, carried out with the support of the UN, IDB, ECLAC, World Bank, and European Commission, evaluates the extensive damage and losses across various sectors including governance, environment, disaster risk management, social sectors, infrastructure, and production. It outlines short-term rehabilitation needs and long-term reconstruction requirements, providing costed assessments for each sector and cross-cutting themes like youth, gender, and vulnerable populations. The report aims to inform a national strategic development plan to rebuild Haiti and address the profound socio-economic impacts of the disaster.