Editor's Review

The fresh deployment is in a bid to attain the target of 2,500 officers by January.

President William Ruto has announced that Kenya is set to deploy more police officers to Haiti.

Speaking while addressing the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Thursday, September 26, the President said the deployment is in a bid to attain the target of 2,500 officers by January 2025. 

Ruto asked the international community to fund the mission, thanking the US and Canada for their financial and logistical support so far.

"We are deeply grateful for the financial and logistical support from the U.S., Canada, and other member states that are shouldering the burden. This has been critical to the MSS deployment thus far. However, Kenya and other Caribbean and African countries are ready to deploy but are hindered by insufficient equipment and funding. I appeal to all member states to stand in solidarity with the people of Haiti by providing necessary support, either directly to MSS contributing countries or through the UN Trust Fund. 

"I must emphasise, however, that Kenya will deploy the additional contingent towards attaining the target of all 2500 police officers by January next year. The progress so far made in Haiti demonstrates that what was once deemed mission impossible is indeed a present and undeniable reality," Ruto stated. 

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File image of William Ruto during his visit to Haiti

Recently, Ruto outlined two immediate actions that should be taken in a bid to secure the future of Haiti. 

Speaking at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on Monday, September 23, the President asked the UN Security Council to renew the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission in Haiti.

"The UN Security Council must use the MSS mission mandate to ensure continued progress toward lasting security for the Haitian people. Additionally, innovative ways to resource the mission should be explored," he advised.

Additionally, Ruto stated that support from the international community is necessary in efforts to restore peace in Haiti.

"The international community must intensify its support by contributing funds, equipment, and logistics. I thank the United States Canada and the other contributing partners," he added.

Ruto also commended Haiti's leadership for supporting the MSS Mission, particularly Prime Minister Garry Conille who is taking steps towards long-term recovery and stability.

Kenyan police officers are currently deployed in Haiti as part of a MSS Mission which is aimed at combating rampant gang violence.