The way I understand it, the funds allocated to NGOs, third parties, and contractors were intentionally distributed before reaching the Haitian government. By the time the government in charge received its share, a significant portion of the funds had already been divided among these entities. Only a small percentage was left for the government administration. As a result, there was little to no accountability for the misuse of the money.
Haiti's situation has often been cited as a cautionary tale of how the aid process, when mismanaged, can perpetuate cycles of dependency and corruption. Indeed, the use of NGOs, contractors, and third parties—while often well-intentioned—is sometimes criticized for creating layers of bureaucracy, reducing transparency, and limiting accountability.
The historical context also plays a role. Haiti has faced systemic challenges, including political instability, weak institutions, and external interventions, all of which have hindered its ability to build long-term, sustainable solutions. Critics argue that aid is sometimes used more to serve the interests of donor countries, NGOs, and contractors rather than directly addressing the needs of the Haitian people.
The concerns about bureaucracy, lack of transparency, and external control over funds are recurring themes in discussions about global development assistance. The situation in Haiti exemplifies how aid, when not properly managed or directed, can inadvertently reinforce dependency rather than foster long-term stability and growth.
This is why Haiti continues to sink deeper into crisis. In reality, the country was never truly helped in solving its problems because the bulk of the funds remained with NGOs, third parties, and contractors. This also explains why no one can hold past Haitian administrations accountable for how they managed the funds—they never had control over most of it in the first place.
It’s also true that external interventions, combined with weak local governance structures, have made it difficult for Haiti to achieve sustainable progress. Many argue that a shift toward locally led development—where Haitian institutions and communities have greater control over resources—could lead to better outcomes.
Ultimately, Haiti is systematically kept in a state of victimization under the guise of aid, while NGOs, third parties, and contractors benefit at its expense.
Hopefully, the Trump administration will reform the bureaucratic system that is ravaging Haiti—if it is truly willing to elevate the country by uprooting the corrupt individuals within the government who are contributing to its destruction. This must happen before deporting innocent Haitian immigrants back to a lawless, gang-infested nightmare-one created by corrupt politicians and elite criminals.
