Africa is the most affected by road crashes, with a traffic fatality rate of 19.5 deaths per 100,000 people compared to other parts of the world. See @AfricaRenewal info on how African countries can reduce this number and achieve road safety targets.

Pitch perfect piece by ⁦@rgay⁩ on the recent hideous and baseless claims about Haitian immigrants. Cover the whole damn thing: The Haitian Question | The New Yorker

Happy Birthday Jean-Jacques Dessalines 🎊 🇭🇹 Jean-Jacques Dessalines, a towering figure of the Haitian Revolution, is honored as one of the founding fathers of Haiti and a symbol of resilience. After Toussaint Louverture was captured in 1802, Dessalines took command of the revolutionary forces. His leadership led to the defeat of Napoleon’s troops in the decisive Battle of Vertières in 1803. On January 1, 1804, Dessalines declared Haiti the first independent Black republic, breaking the chains of colonialism and slavery. Later that year, Dessalines proclaimed himself Emperor Jacques I, ruling under the constitution of 1805. His reign laid the foundation for Haiti’s sovereignty, though his leadership style was marked by his strong stance on protecting Haitian independence. Dessalines’ legacy is immense—he was a fierce advocate for the complete abolition of slavery and sought to empower the formerly enslaved people of Haiti. To Haitians, Dessalines represents freedom, courage, and the unyielding spirit of independence. His declaration of “Liberty or Death” still echoes in the collective memory, reminding the world that Haiti’s fight was not just for national independence but for the dignity of all oppressed people.

I have represented @IncubatorGHAI at the Africa Transport Forum 2024 18th -19th September happening now in Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire with a theme “ Africa on the move - Accelerating Sustainable Transport & Logistics connectivity”

Ever hear of Rodolphe Lucien Desdunes? A prominent Haitian editor, author, and civil rights activist from New Orleans, he is best known for his work in the Plessy v. Ferguson trial, he combated laws segregating blacks and whites in public spaces.