Gang Warfare and the Eroding Fabric of Haitian Society The recent spate of gang clashes in Haiti's capital city has left at least 78 people dead and over 5,000 displaced.
The situation on the ground is dire, with a devastating impact on the country's already fragile social fabric. Gang violence in Haiti is not new, but its escalation over the past two years has been alarming.
Experts attribute this trend to poverty and lack of economic opportunities, exacerbated by corruption and poor governance. These factors have created an environment conducive to gang activity.