2026 Presidential Election: Michel Martelly Registers His Candidacy Under DEBLOKE

Former Haitian President Michel Joseph Martelly registered his candidacy for the 2026 presidential election on Tuesday, September 22, under the DEBLOKE banner.

The move marks Michel Martelly’s return to the presidential race after serving as Haiti’s president from 2011 to 2016. According to the CEP’s electoral calendar, the first round of the presidential election is scheduled for December 13, 2026.

His registration comes as Haiti’s electoral process enters a key stage. The CEP is expected to review the candidates’ files before publishing a preliminary list, followed by periods for challenges and appeals before the final list of approved candidates is released.

Martelly’s registration therefore represents another significant development in the preparations for Haiti’s 2026 presidential election and is likely to generate reactions across Haitian society.