Haitians went to the polls on Sunday to vote for a new president. Preliminary results will be announced March 31. 

The two candidates were a musician and a former first lady. Michel “Sweet Micky” Martelly is a recording artist with no public office experience. Mirlande Manigat is former Haitian President Leslie Manigat’s wife. He was in office for four months in 1988. Mirlande Manigat is also a former senator. She has been involved in Haitian politics for some time. 

Libya declared a fresh ceasefire on Sunday. This came after a day of bombardment from Western forces, trying to protect civilians from government troops. Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi has been using tanks and artillery to try to crush an uprising against his four-decade rule.

Minutes before the army spokesman made the announcement, heavy anti-aircraft gunfire boomed above central Tripoli, followed by machinegun fire. The Libyan government in Tripoli had already announced a ceasefire last week, but Western powers accused Gaddafi of breaking the truce.

Gospel Unlimited presents the benefit concert Jump Up 4 Hope, March 27th at Kin Oasis, 808 Beaubien The event will help finance 2 major projects in Congo. First is the Hope Hospital which will provide access to affordable quality care. The clinic will also provide free health care to all children 5 and under. The second project Les Copines D'abord, is a shelter for young women.

Doors at 6:30, show at 7:00. Tickets are $10 in advanced or $15 at the door. For more information call 514-882-2700 or e-mail g2priduction@bell.net.