Jovenel Moise

ModernPoliticianHaiti1968 — ?

Haitian president assassinated in his home.

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Quick Facts

Born

1968

Country

Haiti

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)35

Leadership (15%)35

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score39.1

Jovenel Moise — Complete Timeline

2011 AD

Election as PresidentPolitical Action◆ Major

Jovenel Moïse was elected President of Haiti in a runoff election, winning 67% of the vote. He was the candidate of the PHTK party, backed by outgoing President Michel Martelly. His election was marred by low turnout and allegations of fraud.

ElectionHaitiPHTK

Impact: national

2018 AD

Fuel Subsidy Removal ProtestsPolitical Action◆ Major

Moïse's government announced a 50% increase in fuel prices as part of IMF-backed reforms, triggering massive protests across Haiti. The protests turned violent, with demands for Moïse's resignation. The government eventually reversed the price hike.

ProtestsFuel PricesIMF

Impact: nationaldestructive

2020 AD

Rule by DecreePolitical Action◆ Major

After legislative elections were not held, Mo

DecreeAuthoritarianismConstitutional Crisis

Impact: nationaldestructive

2021 AD

AssassinationPolitical Action◆ Major

Jovenel Moïse was assassinated at his private residence in Port-au-Prince by a group of armed men. The attack killed him and wounded his wife. The assassination plunged Haiti into a political crisis and power vacuum, with disputed claims to the presidency.

AssassinationCrisisPower Vacuum

Impact: nationaltragic