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Over 1,000 workers protested in Haiti's capital, demanding a higher minimum wage amid rising fuel prices and living costs. Employees said wages have remained unchanged since 2023, while recent hikes in diesel and gasoline prices have sharply reduced purchasing power. Many workers are struggling to afford transport and basic necessities, with some forced to walk long distances to work. The protest also drew participation from informal workers facing unstable incomes. Ongoing inflation, transport challenges and economic pressures continue to impact daily life, with workers calling for urgent government action to address wages and working conditions.
More than 1,000 workers staged a protest in Haiti's capital on Monday, demanding a higher minimum wage as rising fuel prices continue to strain household finances. Advertisement
The demonstration took place outside the Metropolitan Industrial Park, also known as Sonapi, where employees gathered to highlight the impact of increased living costs. Workers said wages have remained unchanged since 2023, even as prices of essential goods and transportation have risen sharply.
Earlier this month, the Haitian government increased diesel prices by 37 per cent and gasoline prices by 29 per cent. Workers said the hike has significantly reduced their purchasing power.
Factory employee Marc Jean-Pierre said his daily wage of 685 Haitian gourdes (about USD 5.23) is now lower than the cost of a gallon of gasoline, priced at around 850 gourdes (USD 6.49). He added that he has stopped using public transport and now walks nearly an hour to work to save money.
Other workers echoed similar concerns, citing rising transportation costs and difficulty in meeting basic needs such as food. Employees said they plan to continue protests until their demands are addressed.
The protest also saw participation from individuals outside the industrial park, reflecting broader concerns over economic conditions in the country. Street vendors and informal workers said income levels have become unpredictable, with some unable to earn enough to cover daily expenses.
Rising fuel prices have added pressure to an already challenging environment marked by high poverty levels and security concerns. Increased transport costs, partly linked to payments made to armed groups controlling routes, have further impacted daily life.
Workers also raised concerns about working conditions and called for immediate action from authorities, stating that earlier assurances have not translated into tangible improvements.
The protest highlights growing economic stress in Haiti, where inflation, fuel price increases and supply disruptions are affecting both formal and informal sectors.
Source: PTI
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