Zafenou Blogs
The War of Knives in Haiti: Toussaint Louverture, André Rigaud and Civil Conflict
Torn between Toussaint Louverture and André Rigaud, Haiti’s War of Knives reveals a brutal struggle for power that reshaped revolution—what…
Vodou Ceremonies in Haiti: Rituals, Music, Possession and Community
Knowledgeably enter Haiti’s Vodou ceremonies—rituals, drumming, possession, and community—and discover what happens when the lwa arrive, but at what cost?Healing in Haitian Vodou: Herbal Medicine, Rituals and Spiritual Care
In Haitian Vodou healing, herbs, divination, and ritual care restore balance with the lwa—but what happens when an unseen offense…Ancestors in Haitian Vodou: Veneration, Rituals and Everyday Guidance
Curious how Haitian Vodou honors ancestors through veneration, ritual, and daily guidance—and what these rites can reveal about your own…Religious Syncretism in Haitian Vodou: Blending African Traditions and Catholicism
Secrets of Haitian Vodou’s syncretism reveal how African lwa and Catholic saints entwined under colonial rule—yet one hidden meaning still…Haiti as the First Black Republic: Why Its Independence Still Matters
Daringly born in 1804 as the first Black republic, Haiti’s independence unsettled empires and still shapes freedom debates—what legacy did…Citadelle Laferrière in Haiti: History, Architecture and How to Visit
Keen to uncover Citadelle Laferrière’s dramatic history, colossal architecture, and the best way to visit from Milot—there’s one crucial detail…Causes of the Haitian Revolution: Social, Economic and Political Roots
Just beneath Saint-Domingue’s sugar riches, mercantilist control, racial exclusion, and brutal slavery ignited forces that would soon overturn an empire—discover…
Haiti Travel Essentials 2026: Safety, Entry Rules, Packing
Tackle Haiti travel essentials—security shifts, entry rules, health precautions, money, and transport tips—before you go, because one overlooked detail can…Haiti Geography Guide: Landscapes, Climate and Natural Wonders
Peek into Haiti’s mountains, plains, and shifting seasons—and discover the natural wonders that define the island, but the best surprises…
