Kenyan Police Officers in Haiti Await Deployment Allowances Two Months After Arrival

Two months after Kenyan police officers were deployed to Haiti as part of a multinational mission, they have yet to receive their deployment allowances, causing significant hardship for their families back home. The Nation, a leading Kenyan newspaper, reported that some families have been unable to send their children to school due to the delayed payments.

Around 400 Kenyan officers were sent to Haiti to support the Haitian Police in its efforts to combat gang violence. Although the United Nations approved the deployment, the UN does not directly manage the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission. Instead, a trust fund was established to support the mission, which is voluntarily financed by donor countries, with Canada, France, and the United States being the main contributors.

The issue of delayed payments was highlighted during an interview with the US Ambassador to Kenya on Citizen TV. The Ambassador expressed concern over the delay and assured that the officers would receive their remuneration by Friday, August 30. This statement came shortly after the Kenya National Police Service acknowledged the situation and emphasized its commitment to supporting the deployed officers. The police service also noted that the officers continue to receive their regular Kenyan salaries.

In September, the United States pledged $100 million to support the mission, further underscoring its commitment to the initiative. Despite this, the delayed allowances have raised concerns about the well-being of the Kenyan officers and their families during their crucial deployment.

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