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UNESCO has officially recognized the vibrant Haitian music and dance tradition to its List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
The announcement, made earlier via UNESCO’s official social media channels in French, marks global recognition for one of Haiti’s most influential cultural expressions.
Le Compas d’Haiti, also known as Konpa, was created in the mid-1950s by Nemours Jean-Baptiste. The genre quickly became a defining feature of Haitian identity, shaping social gatherings, celebrations, and broader musical life. Its influence has spread across the Caribbean and through the Haitian diaspora, cementing its place as both a national and transnational cultural force.
This latest inscription follows previous recognitions of Haitian traditions, including Soup Joumou, added in 2021, and Cassava bread (Kasav), inscribed in 2024. Together, these elements highlight the diversity and resilience of Haiti’s cultural heritage, showcasing both culinary and musical traditions as central pillars of national identity.
UNESCO’s designation highlights Konpa as a living tradition, one maintained through collective practice and intergenerational transmission. The recognition situates Haitian music within an international framework of cultural preservation, underscoring the value of safeguarding traditions that continue to thrive across generations.
The evening concert bringing together Klass and Djakout #1 experienced a moment of great fear last night. In the middle of his performance, the singer Pouchon Duverger suddenly collapsed on stage, causing a heavy silence and an immediate stop to the atmosphere. Thanks to the quick intervention of the police, health agents present at the scene, and his team, Pouchon was able to be resuscitated a few minutes later, to […]
