Several provincial cities woke up in tension on Monday, January 15, 2024. The day before, former rebel Guy Philippe had called on the population to engage in civil disobedience to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry. In Jérémie, Le Nouvelliste observed a paralysis of activities. Schools, public and private institutions kept their doors closed, and commerce slowed down.

By midday, hundreds of protesters were seen in the streets. Demonstrators demanded the departure of Prime Minister Henry. "We don't want him anymore. Under his administration, the situation has deteriorated. He is not the right man for the job," exclaimed a participant in the protest.