Author: Opastaff
Haiti is among the countries that are not eligible for social media monetization on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. The reasons for this restriction stem from financial, economic, legal, and infrastructural challenges. Below are the key factors explaining why Haiti remains excluded from these monetization programs. Lack of Payment Infrastructure Monetization platforms such as YouTube (Google AdSense) and Facebook (Meta’s Creator Program) require a secure and stable banking system to process payments. Haiti faces several challenges in this regard: Limited Financial Services: Many international financial services, including PayPal, Stripe, and other digital payment processors, either do not operate in…
In a display of diplomatic finesse that only the Trump administration could muster, President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance recently hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office. The meeting, intended to solidify relations and discuss a minerals deal, instead showcased the administration’s unparalleled ability to turn allies into adversaries. https://www.tiktok.com/@iamcheyna/video/7477671670514289962?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7440860873235940894 Setting the Stage: The Welcoming Committee President Zelenskyy arrived with hopes of securing continued support against Russian aggression. Little did he know, he was about to receive a masterclass in American hospitality. The meeting began cordially, but as history has shown, calm waters often precede a…
On March 1, 2025, legendary R&B and neo-soul singer Angie Stone tragically lost her life in what was initially reported as a fatal car accident in Montgomery, Alabama. She and her band were traveling from a performance in Mobile back to Atlanta when their vehicle flipped and was subsequently hit by a big rig. Yet in the wake of her passing, a darker question emerged: Was this truly just a tragic accident, or did her recent decision to speak out against Universal Music Group (UMG) somehow seal her fate? https://www.tiktok.com/@iamcheyna/video/7477298130573200682?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7440860873235940894 In December 2024, just months before her death, Stone went…
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Fridayy (Francis Leblanc )invites listeners into a deeply personal journey on his sophomore album, “Some Days I’m Good, Some Days I’m Not,” out now via Def Jam Recordings. The Philadelphia-raised artist, whose family hails from Haiti, continues to blur genre lines by folding elements of R&B, Afrobeats, hip-hop, and his beloved Haitian Konpa into a body of work that explores love, faith, and personal battles. From high-energy tracks featuring Chris Brown, Kehlani, and Wale, to introspective moments that reveal the grief of losing his father, Fridayy proves that his music is just as expansive as…
997 Stanley Jean Gilles, has resurfaced from his supposed “hiatus” to address investors. In a Vimeo video released on February 28th, 2024, he pledges to repay his clients and blames the delay on relocating his company from New Jersey to New York and switching his payment processor. He assures everyone they’ll be paid within two to three weeks, with no losses. He also name-drops his ambassadors, Maestro Richie, Pipo, Tafa, and Strings, claiming they’re the messengers but don’t actually get a say in his decisions. If you look closely, you’ll notice his Pinocchio-like nose in full effect. It appears he…
As our investigation into Jean Gilles Capital (Investment Club) continues, startling new revelations have surfaced about Stanley Jean Gilles and how he orchestrated what appears to be one of the most sophisticated financial schemes within the Haitian community. His ability to manipulate investors and evade scrutiny bears an eerie resemblance to the infamous financial fraud depicted in The Wolf of Wall Street, where Jordan Belfort’s empire crumbled under federal investigation. Back in October, OpaMusic.com reported on TD Bank (Read the Article Here), which was under a full-scale federal investigation that ultimately led to the bank pleading guilty to multiple felony…
Haiti, long plagued by economic hardship and weak state institutions, has become a target for certain unscrupulous individuals seeking to exploit the nation’s most vulnerable population, its children. Under the guise of running orphanages or charitable homes, these predators often prey on minors who lack the protective safety net of parents or relatives. While many orphanages do vital and honorable work, a disturbing number operate with inadequate oversight, creating a perfect storm where child abuse can go unchecked. This article sheds light on how and why these situations occur, describes a recent U.S. federal case involving an orphanage operator in…
Eliana Thélémaque, yon lòt viktim nan vyolans ki fin detwi Ayiti. Li pa t yon kriminèl, li pa t yon menas pou pèsonn, li te jis yon manman ki t ap eseye leve pitit li nan yon peyi kote sekirite pa egziste ankò. Men nan yon kote kote inosan pa gen pwoteksyon, li pèdi lavi li. Dènye moman li yo te pi mal pase yon kochma, kote li te fòse gade mechan yo rache pitit li nan bra li epi boule l vivan. Yo kite li poukont li, abandone l san èd, san espwa, jiskaske lanmò vin chèche li. Nan…
Voletta Wallace, the devoted mother of Christopher Wallace, known to the world as The Notorious B.I.G., lived a life marked by resilience, strength, and an unyielding love for her son. From humble beginnings in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica, to her journey as a single mother raising one of hip-hop’s greatest legends in Brooklyn, New York, Voletta Wallace’s story is one of sacrifice, pain, and a commitment to preserving her son’s legacy. Born in 1953 in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica, Voletta Wallace was raised in a modest household where education and hard work were core values. As a young woman, she pursued a…
Important Announcement to Our Readers As of February 21, 2025, OpaMusic.com will begin translating its reports into multiple languages. All articles related to the Haitian-American community will now be available in both English and Haitian Creole. In certain cases, we will also provide French translations when necessary. This decision was made in response to the needs and feedback of our readers. Since our inception in 2004, OpaMusic.com has primarily been an English-language publication. At the time, we saw no urgent need to offer translations into Haitian Creole, as our core audience resided mainly in the United States and international readers…