Haiti: Capoeira classes aim to promote peace

A world news story from the U.S., reported by France 24.

World News · the U.S. · October 15, 2026

From France 24

An association in Haiti is organising capoeira classes – an Afro-Brazilian martial art – in an attempt to reduce community violence and promote social reintegration. The Observers team spoke to its founder, Rodney Jean Marc, who said their doors are open to everyone, “even children in armed gangs”.

Reported by France 24, October 15, 2026. Read the full story at France 24 →

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