BINUH - Report of the Secretary-General
- Gang violence has significantly increased, leading to a surge in homicides and kidnappings.
- Electoral preparations are facing challenges due to security concerns and delays.
- The Multinational Security Support Mission has deployed but is still understaffed and underfunded.
- The humanitarian situation has deteriorated, with over 1 million internally displaced persons and widespread food insecurity.
- Sexual and gender-based violence is rampant, particularly collective rape, exacerbated by gang violence and inadequate state services.
The Secretary-General's report on Haiti details the political and security situation, focusing on the activities of the Transitional Presidential Council, electoral preparations, and the pervasive issue of armed violence. It highlights the efforts of BINUH in supporting political stability, good governance, and inter-Haitian dialogue. The report also addresses the security challenges posed by gangs, the operations of the Haitian National Police and the Multinational Security Support Mission, and issues related to justice, impunity, and corruption. Furthermore, it covers humanitarian needs, access to basic services, and the operating environment for the UN in Haiti, including concerns about sexual exploitation and abuse.
How to cite
United Nations, 2025, BINUH - Report of the Secretary-General, https://binuh.unmissions.org/en/document-library