President William Ruto has affirmed Kenya’s readiness to dispatch police personnel to Haiti in efforts to stabilize the nation. His statement follows the official resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry, clearing the path for the inauguration of the Transitional Presidential Council (TPC).
“In implementing the roadmap outlined in this political agreement, Kenya stands prepared and willing, alongside a coalition of nations in Africa and CARICOM, dedicated to Haiti’s stability, to promptly implement the security support framework outlined in UN Security Council Resolution 2699 (2023),” Ruto declared.
“Kenya pledges unwavering support to the TPC of Haiti as it guides the nation through this intricate interim period.”
He emphasized the significance of the TPC assuming control of Haiti as a pivotal step in the country’s political transition.
“The TPC bears the critical responsibility of swiftly reinstating vital state institutions essential for restoring law and order, crucial for instilling hope among all Haitians as mandated by the April 12, 2024 Decree.”
Earlier this month, Ruto commended the formal establishment of the PTC through decree proclamation.
He hailed the decision as a testament to the collective bravery and selflessness of the Haitian Council of Cabinet in forging a violence-free Haiti and establishing a new democratic governance.
Ruto expressed confidence that the new political leadership would lay a solid groundwork for resolving the crisis in Haiti, reinstating security, facilitating a political transition for the Haitian people, and ushering in sustainable peace and development.
Kenya intends to lead a multi-agency team to Haiti to combat the gangs that hold sway over much of the country.
The deployment plan involves sending over 1,000 officers from units including the Rapid Deployment Unit (RDU), Anti-Stock Theft Unit (ASTU), General Service Unit (GSU), and Border Patrol Unit (BPU).
According to the government officials, this combat-trained team is equipped to handle the ground situation with professionalism.
