Interior Principal Secretary, Raymond Omollo during the arrival of the 215 Kenyan police to Kenya on Tuesday, March 17 /HANDOUTA total of 215 Kenyan police officers who formed the second contingent of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission to Haiti have safely returned to the country.
National security advisor Ambassador Monica Juma smiling on March 17 /HANDOUTThe officers were part of the 2023 deployment aimed at supporting efforts to stabilise Haiti amid escalating insecurity.
Their primary role involved assisting the Haitian National Police in restoring public order, particularly in areas heavily affected by gang violence and institutional breakdown.
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja welcomes back the officers on March 17 /HANDOUTKenya has played a leading role in the UN-backed mission, which focuses on protecting civilians, securing critical infrastructure and strengthening local security systems. The return of the officers signals the beginning of a transition phase in the mission, with more personnel expected to be repatriated in stages as operations scale down.
The police officers from Haiti praying after safely landing back to Kenya on Tuesday, March 17 /HANDOUTThe contingent received a warm welcome upon arrival, led by Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo.
He was joined by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, National Security Advisor Ambassador Monica Juma and Inspector General Emeritus Joseph Boinnet, all of whom commended the officers for their service.
One of the police officers presented with a flower bouquet on March 17 /HANDOUTOmollo praised the team for their resilience and dedication while operating in a complex and high-risk international security environment.
He said their contribution had not only supported stability efforts in Haiti but also enhanced Kenya’s standing as a key player in global peace support operations.
PS Raymond Omollo greets an officer after a safe landing /HANDOUT“Their sacrifice and professionalism reflect Kenya’s commitment to international peace and security,” he said, adding that the experience gained would further strengthen the country’s policing capacity.
Police officers hug their counterparts in excitement after a safe landing on March 17 /HANDOUTThe MSS mission, which has faced both logistical and operational challenges, is now transitioning into a drawdown phase.
Authorities say this process will be gradual to ensure a smooth handover and sustained support for Haitian security institutions.
PS Raymond Omollo with other government officials pose for a photo with police officers from Haiti and the flight attendants on March 17 /HANDOUTThe returning officers are expected to undergo
debriefing and reintegration as they reunite with their families after months
of service abroad.
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