Kenya Police Chief Refutes Salary Delay Claims for Haiti Peacekeepers

Kenya’s Police Inspector General denied reports that officers in the UN-backed peacekeeping mission in Haiti had not been paid for three months. Douglas Kanja confirmed that payments were made until the end of October, addressing concerns raised by media on salary delays. The Kenyan contingent, deployed to combat gang violence, signifies Kenya’s fourth major intervention in Haiti.

The Inspector General of Police in Kenya, Douglas Kanja, has refuted claims regarding unpaid salaries for officers participating in the UN-backed peacekeeping mission in Haiti. On Thursday, Kanja confirmed that salaries had been disbursed up to the end of October, countering reports from Kenyan media that indicated some deployed officers had not received payment for three months. This clarifies the financial situation for the Kenyan police deployed in Haiti, who are part of ongoing efforts to combat gang violence in the nation. The deployment of these officers in June represents a significant moment as it marks the fourth substantial international police intervention in the region, underscoring Kenya’s role in addressing the pressing security concerns in Haiti.

Kenya is currently leading a multinational peacekeeping contingent in Haiti, a nation grappling with severe gang violence and instability. The involvement of Kenyan police, initiated in June, has drawn attention as part of the global efforts to stabilize the Caribbean country. Reports concerning the lack of payment for peacekeeping officers raised significant concerns, emphasizing the welfare of personnel engaged in such crucial international service. The Police Inspector General’s denial of these claims serves to reinforce the integrity and support provided to law enforcement officers abroad.

In summary, the Kenyan police leadership has responded proactively to clarify the financial status of its officers involved in the Haiti peacekeeping mission. With confirmed payments up to the end of October, the authorities aim to assure both deployed personnel and the public of their ongoing commitment to support law enforcement duties overseas. The mission reflects Kenya’s broader commitment to international peacekeeping efforts in regions marked by conflict and instability.

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