The Haitian government has announced the opening of a newly constructed marketplace at "Chalaska" Petion-ville located on Route de Frere. The 4,000 sq. ft. facility was officially inaugurated on March 8th, 2008.

The marketplace has 2 floors and can house up to 9000 merchants. It is equipped with an administrative office and other facilities. The construction, which began in 1996, came to a halt due to political constraints after President Aristide's departure. The marketplace was in great ... [More >>]