Michel Martelly
Michel Martelly, a Haitian musician and politician, served as the President of Haiti from 2011 to 2016. Known by his stage name 'Sweet Micky,' he gained fame as a compas musician before transitioning into politics. His presidency was marked by efforts to improve the country's infrastructure and education system, but it was also characterized by numerous challenges, including political instability and natural disasters. Martelly was succeeded by Jocelerme Privert, and his administration's policies continue to influence the Haitian political landscape.
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Michel Martelly is the former president of Haiti who has been sanctioned by the European Union due to his involvement in gang violence and human rights abuses.
Unión Europea sanciona al expresidente Martelly
Dominican Republic· 2025-12-16
Michel Martelly is mentioned as a former President of Haiti sanctioned by the European Union for his involvement in gang violence and human rights violations.
Michel Martelly, Youri Latortue, Rony Célestin et le gang “5 segond” sanctionnés par l’Union européenne
Haiti· 2025-12-15Michel Martelly is being recommended for prosecution for false declaration of assets by the ULCC.
L’ULCC recommande des poursuites judiciaires contre Michel MartellyHaiti· 2025-12-09Michel Martelly is being recommended for prosecution by the ULCC for false declaration of assets.
L’ULCC recommande des poursuites judiciaires contre Michel MartellyHaiti· 2025-12-08Michel Martelly was one of the administrations against which André Michel played a central role in legal cases.
Lawyer announces his nomination to contest presidential election | World News
Jamaica· 2025-07-31
He rehabilitated the security forces in 2015.
Nos forces de sécurité, armée et police, comme une tour de BabelHaiti· 2025-07-30
Martelly was in office when Nesmy Manigat served as a minister.
L’école haïtienne sous la loupe de deux ministres de l'Éducation nationaleHaiti· 2025-07-18
