Bainet (Kreyol: Benè) is a historic seaside commune in Haiti's Southeast Department and the seat of Bainet Arrondissement. With a census-estimated population of 90,000 in 2019, it is also the second-most populous in the Southeast Department. Located in Bainet Valley at the mouth of the Bainet River on the Caribbean Sea, it is 44 km (27 miles) from Jacmel and 122 km (76 miles) from Port-au-Prince.
Location in Haiti
About[]
A clear bay (Un baie nette), devoid of any reefs, served as the inspiration for the name of the commune of "Bainnet" (Priest Parisot, 1997). Situated on the southeastern part of the Tiburon Peninsula, Bainet is a coastal city and serves as the principal city of Bainet Arrondissement in the Southeast Department. The commune is home to approximately 100,000 residents, with the majority residing in the mountains. Established over 300 years ago, Bainet is among the oldest municipalities in the country, and its inhabitants are known as Bainetiens. The Bainet Borough includes Bainet and Côtes-de-Fer and brings together a total of fifteen municipal sections, decision taken in 1930, between the two cities. Being the seat of the borough, the commune of Côtes-de-Fer administratively depends on the commune of Bainet. Following Jacmel, Bainet has the highest number of communal sections in the Southeast region.
The City[]
The quaint city of Bainet has a rich history, having existed for over three centuries. Despite its small size, it exudes an air of elegance and takes pride in its abundant resources and the prestige of its former elite. The town's architecture is a delightful blend of ancient and modern styles, with some residences captivating us with their unique charm.
However, Bainet faces several challenges due to its unfortunate geographical location. It is situated between the turbulent Moreau River, which relentlessly erodes its cemetery, and the Bainet Bay, known for its treacherous deep sea. This bay experiences the most tumultuous tides in the entire southeast region, leading to violent shipwrecks and a constant sense of danger. These circumstances leave a bitter taste in the mouths of its inhabitants.
Nevertheless, the resilient spirit of Bainet prevails. The town quickly recovers from the devastation caused by storms and cyclones, thanks to the unwavering dedication of its courageous residents. People from all walks of life in Bainet work tirelessly, driven by a shared commitment to independence and greatness.
However, despite its resilience, Bainet faces a significant drawback. As a city that primarily relies on the departmental capital, Jacmel, for its supplies, it lacks the necessary infrastructure to fulfill its true potential within the department. Some view this as a form of selfishness, as it hinders the development of other cities in the region. However, for certain residents of Jacmel, the Southeast is synonymous only with their own metropolis.
Overall, Bainet stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of its people. Despite the challenges it faces, the town continues to persevere, driven by a constant pursuit of progress and a deep sense of community.
History[]
"Plan de la Baye de Baynet", Original map of the area
Founded in 1698, Bainet's origins date back to the colonial era. This city was established by a group of welcoming and cultured landowners and businessmen. They were previously involved in the pite and coffee trade, giving them significant economic influence due to their strategic control over the nine municipal sections that serve the city.
The first establishments of the commune of Bainet can be traced back to the time of the Santo Domingo Company, which claimed it as part of its territory. The town was officially recognized as a municipality 1817, making it one of the oldest settlements in the country. Ville de Bainet, the commune's primary settlement, initially consisted of three houses with slate roofs and 20 straw-covered huts distributed randomly. Today, the city area includes around 775 buildings and witnessed a period of growth in the early 1980s with the addition of the Carmagnole expansion zone. The commune's landscape is characterized by rolling hills and steep ravines intersecting the region.
Bainet has been graced by the presence of only a few presidents throughout history. Dessalines, the first president of Haiti, made a stopover in Bainet in 1804 before heading to the southern part of the country. Pétion visited in 1811, followed by Geffrard in 1862, Nissage Saget in 1873, Hyppolite in 1893, Simon Sam in 1896, Vincent in 1935, and Jean-Claude Duvalier on two occasions, August 7, 1980, and March 9, 1985.
Timeline[]
• In 1794 Bainet's freedmen were so powerful that the white residents never dared sending representatives to the Cape Colonial Assembly.
• Polvereal arrested Faubert, the commander of Bainet, for supporting the emancipated slaves in 1793. The slaves were freed by a general emancipation act but Faubert was imprisoned for allowing them to leave his command.
• Following the siege of Jacmel led by Toussaint-Louverture in November 1799, the garrison of Bainet, commanded by Geoffroi, a white colonist, found themselves under attack from the insurgents of Lafortune, Conflant, and Gilles Bambara. As a result, they were forced to evacuate the village and retreat to Jacmel. A few days later, Bainet was reclaimed by Borgella, a young officer from Riguad's army.
• After the evacuation of jacmel, April 22nd, 1800, Dessalines, under the guidance of Commander Conflant, was fully occupied in the valleys of the mountains, prepared to capture Bainet before reaching the south. Leading a sizable army, he traversed the Great Hill, bypassing (on his left) the Larivoire outpost where the enemy sought refuge. Upon reaching the base of the Grand-Goâve mountain, he ascended the hill once more, circumvented Larivoire, and established a camp along the Grand Chemin Bainet.
• On the night of April 22nd to the 23rd, the Riguadins evacuated Camp Larivoire; due to the overwhelming presence of Dessalines in the surrounding areas of Bainet, which were flooded with masses of his forces. They decided to retreat to Grand-Goâve by the Great Hill. After removing all the redoubts that protected the town of Bainet, Dessalines led his army of 12,000 men to march towards it on April 24. In Bainet, there were only 150 soldiers from the 3rd regiment of the south. Realizing that their garrison was too weak to withstand a siege, they chose to evacuate the town after setting it on fire. They then overtook the 10th North regiment, consisting of 2,000 men, who had attempted to block their path. The following day, the 10th regiment successfully took control of the town, which was left in ruins. Meanwhile, the Riguadins had taken the route towards the Cotes de Fer.
• Dessalines and Laplume went after them with a force of 4,000 soldiers; about a league from Bainet, they encountered the battalion of the 3rd of the South, fortified in the main road. The Riguadins attacked with bayonets, causing Toussaint-Louverture's army to flee, leaving 200 soldiers behind. The Riguadins returned to their defensive position. Dessalines advanced once more with 8,000 troops. Faced with the larger force, they withdrew to regroup a league away. Dessalines then led his troops into Bainet for a brief rest. On April 28, they departed for Grand-Goâve, where the Riguadins had established their forward positions.
• In December 1802, Colonel Gilbon commanded the insurgents of Bainet Heights to revolt against the French.
• The Villard and Montra coffee habitations in this town were put on sale by the law of March 10, 1814 to raise the culture and increase the number of owners.
• In 1824, President Boyer sent a large number of black American farmer immigrants to Bainet.
Geography[]
Bainet is located at 18.1855° N, 72.7555° W. According to the IHSI, this commune has a total land area of 300.60 square kilometers (116.06 square miles), of which 256.33 square kilometers (85%) is rural, 44.27 km² (15%) is suburban, and 0.59 km² (>1%) is urban. It is bordered on the north by the Western Department city of Grand-Goâve, on the northeast by the town of Jacmel Valley, on the east by the city of Jacmel, on the west by the town of Côtes-de-Fer, and on the northwest by the town of Petit-Goâve (Western Department). The city and three of its communal sections are bathed by the sea. The terrain of the commune is hilly and the climate is classified as tropical due to only two communal sections being designated as cool. The commune of Bainet includes a single extension area known as "Kanpanyol".
Neighborhoods
| BAI | Bainet | 86,755 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VBN | Ville de Bainet | ||||
| BSL | 1ère Section Brésilienne | Rural | 10,985 | Bas-Fond, Bodor, Bois-l'État, Bommier, Bresilienne, Ca Gars, Carrefour Congo, Ca Salo, Ca Volel, Grande-Crête, Limba, Terre-Blanche, Terre-Noire, Trou-Mahot. | |
| TMA | 2ème Section Trou-Mahot | Rural | 10,132 | Bareau, Basse, Cavalier, Chenet, Corail, Dénard, Doguine, Grandou, L'Ermitage, Manoir, Nan Bondieu, Nan Sans-Nègre, Source-Congo, Terre Rouge, Toulouye. | |
| 3ème Section La Vallèe de Bainet | Rural | 10,499 | Berjin, Caille-Laurent, Ca Laneau, Douzil, Martino, Nan Cadet, Nan Pauvre Moune, Otage, Varache. | ||
| HGD | 4ème Section Haut-Grandou | Rural | 5,168 | Germain, Gori, La Biche, La Hatte, Roussel. | |
| BGD | 5ème Section Bas de Grandou | Rural section | 11,624 | Aubry, Baptiste, Bellevue, Benoit, Bresil, Ca Cola, Camp-Pangnol, Coicou, Corail, Gascon, Gori, La Petite-Plaine, Lillet, Pointe-Jour, Pradine, Roche-Criee, Saufi, Savanette, Ti Bras, Zoranger. | |
| BCX | 6ème Section Bas de La Croix | Rural | 1,886 | Molière | |
| BGH | 7ème Section Bras Gauche | Rural | 4,826 | Courtois, Palmiste-Lamy, Pélagie. | |
| ORG | 8ème Section Oranger | Rural | 8,610 | Bas-de-la-Croix, Bigot, Galby, La Biche, La Voute, Marécage, Nan Georges, Pimentière, Saurel, Saint-Joseph. | |
| BGG | 9ème Section Bas des Gris-Gris | Rural | 18,999 | Berry, Cangrovi, Corail-l'Abbé, Dubois, Fond-Dennas, Fourneau, Grande-Saline, Imby, La Revoir, Moreau, Nan Diamant, Nan Rac, Plaine-Matayer, Sabousse, Saint-Antoine, Terre-Rouge. |
Bay of Bainet[]
The bay of Bainet, which is both wide and deep, is positioned between the Cape of Bainet to the southwest and the Morne de la Croix to the east. It faces the south direction. The bay has an opening of 3,000 meters (9,842 ft) and a depth of 1,860 feet (6,102 ft), without any reef on one side that is filled. This is the origin of the name "Baie Nette".
The habitations of the interior and the mountains are nourished by numerous springs, while the rivers of Bainet, de la Croix, de l'Azur, and Corail contribute to their great fertility. The soil in this area is quite rough and contains s steatite, ochres and tufa, good chalk on both sides of the river. There are also caves and interesting caverns.
According to the laws of April 25, 1817, and November 20, 1821, the legal distance from this commune to the capital is set at 25 leagues.
The Great River of Bainet, also known as the Moreau River, sometimes dries up. It has four main tributaries: the rivers of Îlet (7km from its mouth), Massacre, Boucan-Belier, des Orangers (5 km from its mouth), Petit-Bras, and Pimentère. It originates in the heights of Petit-Goâve, passes through a lagoon called the Étang Durissy, meets another lagoon named Lagon near Bainet, and then separates a short distance before flowing into the bay south of Bainet. The lagoon is formed by underground springs that emerge a short distance from the village. These springs are fed by the waters from the heights of the rural section of Gandou, which flow underground. The waters of the Lagoon are abundant with kelp and are home to various freshwater fish in large numbers.
Demography[]
| Year | Population | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1890 | 12,000 | |
| 1998 | 78,537 96% rural | |
| 2009 | 78,896 | +0.4% |
| 2015 | 86,755 | +10% |
Economy[]
Fertile highlands of Bainet
Bainet, like many other cities in the country, also faces the issue of unemployment. While public services play a significant role in job creation, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) emerge as the largest providers of employment opportunities. However, despite the prevalent unemployment, the city has managed to avoid the rise of crime, begging, and other disruptive elements. This sensitivity towards maintaining social order highlights the numerous challenges that Bainet faces, both socially and economically, as well as environmentally.
When it comes to economic and financial infrastructure, the municipality lacks adequate resources. Agriculture, trade, and commerce take precedence in terms of economic activities. Although there are a few warehouses, shops, and food stores within the town, commercial establishments are scarce. The municipality's economic establishments consist of a pharmacy, a hairdressing salon, and a photo studio. Bainet boasts fertile highlands that contribute to its agricultural productivity. The region produces a variety of crops including coffee, campeche, cotton, different types of wood, bees, wild guinea fowl, excellent tobacco, and an abundance of food. Additionally, the local artisans craft straw hats and clay pipes.
Renowned for its premium coffee, Bainet stands out as a prime coffee-growing area in the Caribbean. Farmers cultivate crops in mineral-rich soil, resulting in a wide array of fruits such as peaches, cherries, coconuts, mangoes, guavas, apricots, and avocados.
Trade[]
In the past, the city of Bainet experienced a significant level of interregional trade, with various activities contributing to its economic growth. One notable period was during the golden age of coffee, pite, and vetiver. Bainet, especially in the 4th municipal section called Gandou, played a crucial role as a prominent coffee hub in the South-East region. Mr. Paul Laguerre, for instance, frequently loaded boats with tons of coffee in the bay. However, today, the cultivation of these crops is primarily for personal consumption, with only a few plantations remaining.
Different companies used to operate trucks to ensure the regular transportation of pite and vetiver. Joseph Batrony, at one point, served as the main distributor of clairin in the Southeast regions. Similarly, the kola factory (now occupied by the EDH power plant) and the lemon essential oil factory of Emile Pierre-Louis, which was the first subcontractor, played significant roles in the town's trade. However, it is worth mentioning that currently, Bainet's foreign trade is predominantly controlled by the "madan Sara," who are intermediaries. These intermediaries are usually the wives of farmers, for whom small businesses serve as an excellent source of additional income. They have established a commercial exchange system based on the marketing of imported agricultural products.
Despite these trade dynamics, cultivation practices in Bainet have largely remained traditional, relying on methods such as rain-fed cultivation, manual tools like hoes and machetes, and minimal use of fertilizers. Unfortunately, the efforts to combat erosion have been insufficient, leading to a significant reduction in crop yields.
Crafts[]
Crafts play a significant role in the manufacturing sector, and thus, the economy of the Southeast region. Artisans specialize in creating a variety of products. In Bainet, there is a focus on producing cassava and crafting items such as baskets, hats, handbags, dodines, and chairs using plant fibers or stems. The products are made in Bas de Gandou. Orange trees are highly sought after, even internationally. In terms of cassava production, both sweet and salty cassavas, zanmann tablets, and other products are made. These specialties are specifically practiced in the 7th, 8th, and 9th municipal sections. This information highlights that industrial and agro-industrial activities, despite their potential, are still in their early stages and have not fully established themselves in the region. Therefore, in order to revitalize industry, which is crucial for economic recovery after agriculture, concrete and effective measures need to be implemented. In the 1950s, the private sector, led by merchants like Mr. Henri Laguerre, and residents of Brasilienne (the first municipal section of Bainet), collaborated to construct the seaside road connecting Bainet to Jacmel via Morne Frontal in the La Montagne section. The road from Bainet to Jacmel via La Montagne was renovated from December 1983 to December 1985. Additionally, in 1985-1986, the Trou-Mahot and l'Hermitage fords were developed and constructed. Following the inauguration of the Jacmel Friendship Road in 1976 (a donation from France), the TPTC enhanced the road that passes through Carrefour Saint-Antoine, La Vallée de Jacmel, and Blockhauss.
Between 1982 and 1987, the TPTC constructed the Bainet / Côtes-de-Fer coastal road passing through Jacquesson, Mestayer, and Guigne à Gauche. Enhancing road infrastructure has the potential to stimulate agricultural growth by reviving and expanding crops in promising areas, aiming to boost agricultural output for both local consumption and trade. The primary challenge lies in ensuring an adequate food supply for the local community. Hence, the focus will be on revitalizing and expanding food and fruit cultivation in Bainet regions where production is currently insufficient.
Lifestyle[]
Young Haitian women in Bainet
The residents of Bainet, known for their big-hearted and friendly nature, travel by horses, mules, or on foot. Since the village is not on a power grid, the community uses kerosene lamps at night. In the absence of television or radio, families frequently come together and entertain each other with captivating tales. Through generations, they pass down folklore from grandparents to parents, children, grandchildren, and occasionally even great-grandchildren.
Environment[]
Bainet is characterized by two key assets: pristine water sourced from natural springs and the absence of deforestation in the area. Furthermore, the village's beaches remain untouched by any development initiatives or large crowds of tourists seeking sun and sand.
Infrastructure[]
The infrastructure of the village is strong, thanks to the generous contributions from Christian ministries and Bainet expatriates. Their donations have greatly supported the construction of schools, healthcare facilities, and even some road development. Furthermore, there are numerous upcoming projects in the works to further enhance the village's modernization efforts.
Transportation[]
The roads leading to Bainet are both time-consuming and risky. The route from Bainet to Port-au-Prince via Saint-Etienne is extremely difficult to pass through, while the road from Bainet via The Valley of Jacmel is relatively accessible, except for the troublesome section between Bainet and Blauckauss that the residents often complain about. According to them, this has been a persistent challenge since the 1950s, with city authorities, particularly elected officials, failing to address it. They also mention that this challenge extends to the construction of a bridge over the Ti Pen River, which many candidates have repeatedly promised to build during their campaign periods.
The majority of the city's streets remain unpaved, and the gutters have been visibly exposed for over a year.
Education[]
The Ministry of National Education of Youth and Sports has had a presence in the commune for over 50 years within the field of education. Despite a decline in the quality of education, the number of both public and private school institutions has continued to increase. Currently, four individuals are responsible for training the office staff, with an inspector overseeing their work. In Bainet, there is a kindergarten, 123 schools (including pre-schools), predominantly private primary schools, seven secondary schools, and three technical and vocational schools. Lycée Julien Raymond, the high school established in 1992, has been operating on a double-shift system for several years, thanks to the efforts of the city's elected officials. Unfortunately, at the higher education level, there are no university institutions available.
From 1913, the priests installed priestly schools in the chapels. The presence of the Ministry of National Education and Vocational Training (MENFP) in the commune dates from 1947. It is represented by a school inspection office. In 1948, Deputy Rossini Pierre-Louis was able to obtain national schools for the seven municipal sections. Education must become in this commune a creative power turned towards the future; it must be based on a permanent process of innovation, and must develop in Bainétians, faced with uncertainty and change, the faculties to create and adapt. In Bainet, education must become the crossroads for reflection and planning for the new start. It should be noted that premises in good condition belong to the private sectors and to congregational establishments, while those belonging to the State or rented at the expense of the State often leave something to be desired. Also, we realize the importance of private initiative in primary education in the community.
Health[]
In terms of healthcare, the Ministry's presence in the commune has spanned over half a century. A public health center with a bed (CAL), established in 1959 and renovated in 1997, remains operational in the city despite its constraints. The area is equipped with seven healthcare facilities, each staffed with a minimum of fifteen technicians, 60% of whom are auxiliary personnel. For more critical cases, patients are referred to Jacmel.
Utilities[]
Bainet has a well-prepared water supply, with four rivers and over 160 sources identified. The residents of Bainet express contentment with the efforts of the authorities at Haiti's State Electricity (EDH) in ensuring reliable and efficient electricity services.
Administration[]
The jurisdiction of Jacmel encompasses the Bainet peace court and the school district. The financial administration of Jacmel is responsible for paying the officials.
The commune's garrison includes a gendarmerie company, administrative police, line artillery from Jacmel, rural police, and the National Guard on foot and horseback.
Culture[]
Bainet, a town with a rich history spanning three centuries, is famous for its beautiful residents with coffee-colored skin. Not only is it known for its cleanliness, but also for its pebble beach where the crashing waves resemble a never-ending avalanche. The town boasts a magnificent church adorned with red and cream columns, and a white ceiling dedicated to Saint-Pierre. Established on June 29, 1851, the parish of Saint-Pierre de Bainet has fostered a strong sense of community, actively engaging in various socio-cultural activities.
Religion[]
In the realm of religion, numerous religions are present within the community. The quantity of churches, temples, or chapels is notably higher for the "Assembly of God" (65) and "Church of God" (55).
The Orient Lodge of Bainet is known as The Triumph of Perseverance No.43, under the Grand Orient of Haiti.
Communication[]
Telephone services in Bainet are primarily provided by Digicel, covering the entire district according to a manager. Teleco, on the other hand, has not been visible since 2003.
The postal service is limited to the urban area, with mail arriving from Jacmel on Tuesdays and leaving promptly for the same destination.
In terms of media, Bainet boasts 3 radio stations, no television station, and a newspaper called BIC (Bainet Culture Info) led by Pierre Tony Jean Jacques. Additionally, there is a monthly magazine called Developman ak Demokrasi.
Organizations[]
Concerned about the future of their hometown, men and women from Bainet have set up a socially inclusive movement, called “Initiative Bainet se Pam” (INIBAP)
Recreation and Leisure[]
Bainet has a few hotels and the dining options are not up to par. The city's lodging capacity is extremely limited, with infrastructure being nearly non-existent. It is necessary to structure the municipal space of Bainet as a real development site in order to give it its former originality and organize the city so that it can maintain its rank as second city, and thus serve as a relay for the Southeast department, which would reduce the influence of Port-au-Prince on this region.
Leisure
The majority of young individuals in Bainet are left to their own devices. There are no recreational or cultural centers, let alone a cinema. A musical group is consistently missing during crucial periods. "We are left with no choice but to play cards or dominoes," a young person laments. Those who have the financial means can opt for private nightclubs with DJs during festival seasons. The rest spend their time hanging out in the streets.
Tourist activities are not particularly vibrant; however, during the summer, the sites and beaches usually attract a large number of visitors. In terms of leisure, the town only has a community library and lacks a museum or theater. Football (soccer) is played in three available spaces. The public square is occasionally used as a playground for sports enthusiasts engaging in activities like basketball and volleyball. Athletics and cycling are also popular, but the absence of proper tracks hinders the regular practice of these sports.
Football in Bainet had a great reputation in the South-East given the performances of the Bainetian selection in the interregional championships. Teams and players are unforgettable such as Henry Francillon, Apparatus, Gary, Thomas, Ti-Schiller, Dadou, Darlan, teams like: Saint-Etienne, Toup pou yo, Dékole, Estera, Boucan and others. By restoring sport to the scale it once had, young people will find a way to occupy their time healthily, to let off steam constructively and to formalize their need for artistic expression. Region-to-region competitions will help cement bonds of brotherhood between young people and regions.
The locality's isolation, lack of public authority, numerous health and educational challenges, absence of a communal development plan, and inadequate drinking water supply are all issues faced by Bainet. Ironically, Bainet is rich in natural and historical sites, yet this wealth remains largely untapped.
Historical Sites[]
Three "forts" designated as historical sites contribute to the cultural heritage of the municipality of Bainet.
Fort Carrière, situated at Morne Fort, Fort Blockhauss, whose location is in the 3rd communal section (the place where the French hid during the War of Independence), and Fort Chenet, also in the 3rd municipal section, collectively form the historical sites that contribute to the commune of Bainet's cultural heritage.
Rara[]
A city that adhered to its Holy Week customs is Rara season in Bainet, as well as in every part of the country. From Good Friday to Easter Sunday, throngs of people can be seen on the streets, singing and dancing to traditional music. In Bainet, numerous renowned raras have been discovered over the years, such as "Bouke st-Pyè", "Modèl", "San rankin", "krezi rara", "Demanbre", "Danlezè", and others. Picture the sight of thousands of individuals singing, dancing in the night, waving large multicolored flags, amidst a cloud of dust kicked up by their footsteps under the glow of "tèt gridap" lanterns. The raras engage thousands of individuals who dance for kilometers. As dawn breaks, they pause only to resume in the evening. The rara embodies a collection of age-old customs. The significance of music is unparalleled. It marks the rhythm of the crowd's steps for kilometers from dusk till dawn. The typical Rara ensemble in this region consists of vaccines (a type of wind instrument crafted from bamboo trunks), homemade horns, drums, and other percussion instruments. The musicians carry their instruments while being accompanied by the singing crowd. In rara groups, the majority of participants dance as they walk, bending forward, rising up, and occasionally twirling around. In certain instances, one may witness a few choreographed moves performed by small groups of women within the crowd or at least by small groups of men armed with sticks who strike them against each other, albeit in a choreographic manner. Another crucial aspect of the rara is its "majò jon". This individual is the center of attention at all times. Adorned in sequined garments of myriad hues, the "majò jon" is also shrouded in myth, with legends attributing supernatural abilities to them.
Gaguère[]
On a Sunday afternoon, amidst the familiar heat of Bainet, lies the gaguère in the shade of a few trees slightly off the beaten path. This small circular wooden arena for cockfighting is encircled by two rows of stands surrounding the clay track, enclosed by a modest balustrade. Once painted apple green, the pillars and crosspieces now bear the marks of time and countless hands, supporting a roof of corrugated iron sheets weathered by the sun and rust. Dusty rays of light pierce the darkness of the track as spectators gather in small groups. Friends reunite, exchange news, and anxiously await the start of the event. Punters huddle around the owners, while others engage in friendly challenges. Trainers, clutching their roosters, are surrounded by experts as the betting commences. Tension mounts, the stifling heat intensifies under the metal sheets. Amidst screams and laughter, the stands overflow with spectators holding out old banknotes worth a few gourdes. The arena manager collects the bets, with significant sums at stake. Specialists are well-versed in the roosters' backgrounds, analyzing their past fights. Assistants prepare the roosters, covering their heads with old socks and trimming their dewclaws into sharp points, reassuring the crowd that there is no foul play. This time, there will be no room for dispute.
Notable Residents[]
The Bainet people are a unique ethnic group with a rich blend of African, Arabic, and French ancestry. Within this community, there exists a distinct racial mixture known as Marabou. Characterized by their exquisite mahogany-colored skin and beautiful hazel, blue, or green eyes. Notable individuals from Bainet include:
- Septimus Marius, a lawyer and judge at the Court of Cassation in 1857
- Gérald Bloncourt, a poet born in 1926
- Férère Laguerre, a politician born in 1934
- Rossini Pierre-Louis, a politician born in 1935
- Henri Francillon, a footballer and politician
- Gérard Pierre-Charles, a writer and politician
- Edget Jean Baptiste, a painter
- Emile Pierre-Louis, a trader
- Ernst Saint-Lot, a renowned singer known as Démêle
- Marie Rosalie Févilien, the champion of Digicel Stars 2009
- and all the teachers, doctors, nurses, psychologists, computer scientists, sociologists, engineers, agronomists, lawyers, administrators, economists, managers, accountants, artists, graduates, and experienced professionals in various fields.
Michael Vedrine
References[]
Haiti Observer: "Bainet - A paradise on Earth" - [1]
La Nouvelliste: "Bainet - A sensible city for its resources" - [2]
Bainet, un passé glorieux, une histoire inoubliable Francillon Willio (Vincent) Président de l\'Initiative Bainet se pam (INIBAP) [3]