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Politics & Government Guide in Haiti

Political system, governance structure, stability indicators, and democratic institutions

Haiti is governed by a Transitional Presidential Council established in April 2024 following the resignation of interim Prime Minister Ariel Henry, with a mandate expiring February 7, 2026. The country has no elected president or legislature since 2023 and faces severe security challenges from gang violence, with elections planned for August and December 2026. The international community and Haitian elites are negotiating governance arrangements for the post-transition period.

Press Freedom

Moderate

Government Type

Semi-presidential republic

Legal System

Civil law system based on Napoleonic code

Head of State

President Transitional Presidential Council (TPC)(since 2024)

Head of Government

Prime Minister Garry Conillesince 2024

Political Indicators

Press Freedom
68.5Rank #78

Scale: 0-100

Difficult

Reporters Without Borders (2024)

Legislature

Type:unicameral
Lower House:National Assembly (119 seats)

Voting Rights

All Haitian citizens aged 18 and above have the right to vote in national elections

Recent Developments

  • Transitional Presidential Council established April 2024 with mandate expiring February 7, 2026
  • Provisional Electoral Council (CEP) created September 2024 to oversee 2026 elections scheduled for August 30 and December 6
  • International UN-backed security mission deployed to address gang violence and restore state authority
  • Transitional government faces internal divisions and criticism over effectiveness in addressing criminal networks and gang violence
Voting Age18
SuffrageUniversal adult suffrage
Constitution1987
Departments10