Haiti’s political landscape is undergoing a significant shift as newly appointed Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé unveils his 18-member Cabinet. This move comes in the wake of a turbulent period marked by a governance crisis and escalating insecurity fueled by criminal gangs.
The newly formed Cabinet, announced shortly after Fils-Aimé took office, is charged with leading the country until February 7, 2026. The team comprises a blend of familiar faces from the previous administration and fresh appointees, signaling a strategic balance of experience and new perspectives.
Key members retained from the Conille Cabinet include:
- Antoine Augustin: Minister of National Education and Vocational Training
- Georges Wilbert Franck: Minister of Social Affairs and Labour
- James Monazard: Minister of Commerce and Industry
- Ketleen Forestal: Minister of Planning and External Cooperation
- Lynn Sarah Devalis Octavius: Minister of Youth, Sports, and Civic Action
- Moïse Jean-Pierre Fils: Minister of Environment
- Raphaël Hosty: Minister of Public Works, Transport, and Communications
- Vernet Joseph: Minister of Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Rural Development
Meanwhile, new appointments to the Cabinet include:
- Alfred Metellus: Minister of Economy and Finance
- Duckenson Lorthe Blema: Minister of Public Health and Population
- Erick Dessources: Minister of Tourism
- Harvel Jean Baptiste: Minister of Foreign Affairs and Worship
- Jean Michel Moise: Minister of Defence
- Katia Verdier: Minister of Haitians Living Abroad
- Patrick Delatour: Minister of Culture and Communication
- Patrick Pélissier: Minister of Justice and Public Security
- Paul Antoine Bien-Aimé: Minister of Interior and Local Government
- Pedrica St-Jean: Minister for the Status of Women and Women’s Rights
This diverse composition of the Cabinet, combining seasoned individuals with fresh perspectives, is seen as a potential catalyst for stability and progress in the government. In the aftermath of President Jovenel Moïse’s assassination in 2021, Haiti has been grappling with a leadership void at all levels of governance.
As Haiti navigates this critical juncture in its political history, the newly appointed Cabinet members have a crucial role to play in steering the country towards a path of resilience, development, and renewed hope for its citizens. Together, they have the opportunity to rebuild, reform, and revitalize Haiti’s governance structures, setting a positive trajectory for the nation’s future.
