Did you know that Haiti’s very name, derived from the Taíno word #Ayiti, meaning "land of high mountains," is a living testament to its indigenous roots? The Taíno, the original inhabitants of #Hispaniola, thrived on the island long before #Columbus arrived in 1492, cultivating crops like cassava and maize and living in harmony with the land through communal stewardship. 🇭🇹🇭🇹 ⁠ ⁠ Though their population was decimated by disease and colonization, their spirit endures in Haiti’s vibrant cultur

Gunfire erupts during key meeting of Haiti’s leaders as they plan to fight back against gangs