# Haitian institutional and security instability > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/haitian-institutional-and-security-instability > Updated: 2026-10-14T02:16:13.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. Haiti is facing systemic instability driven by widespread gang violence and infrastructure deficits. The 2026-2027 judicial year has commenced, but the Association Professionnelle des Magistrats (APM) warns that violence from armed groups has caused the closure or dysfunction of numerous courts, threatening the safety of legal professionals and citizens. This insecurity extends to the political sphere as the country attempts to restore democratic processes. While the Provisional Electoral Council set tentative dates for presidential elections in December 2026 and February 2027, the start of the campaign was suspended in October due to security and logistical concerns. Armed gangs currently control more than 80% of Port-au-Prince and key sectors of several other departments, affecting over 55% of the population. In response, groups such as Collectif Kenbe Kapò w are calling for national dialogue, government restructuring, and improved security to ensure credible elections. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-14: Haiti faces electoral uncertainty amid gang violence and instability Haiti struggles to organize elections amid gang control of 80% of Port-au-Prince and a decade of institutional collapse, prompting calls for national dialogue and government reform. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/haiti-faces-electoral-uncertainty-amid-gang-violence-and-instability ### 2026-10-04: Haitian judiciary begins new year amid security and infrastructure challenges Haiti begins the 2026-2027 judicial year amid security concerns, as the APM warns that armed group violence and poor infrastructure continue to disrupt court operations nationwide. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/haitian-judiciary-begins-new-year-amid-security-and-infrastructure-challenges --- Cite as: Haitian institutional and security instability. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/haitian-institutional-and-security-instability