By Joshua Otieno | April 28, 2026
PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI — Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja have overseen the final withdrawal of Kenyan police officers serving under the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti.
The high-level visit on Monday marked the formal conclusion of Kenya’s leadership role in the UN-backed operation, which began in June 2024 to combat gang violence and restore stability in the Caribbean nation.
During the visit, the delegation presided over the departure of the last contingent of 150 officers, who are expected to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Tuesday, signaling the end of Kenya’s active deployment under the MSS framework.
Speaking to the press, Murkomen confirmed that the mission is transitioning to the Gang Suppression Force (GSF) in line with United Nations Security Council Resolution 2793 (2025), which outlines the next phase of security operations in Haiti.
He commended Kenyan officers for their role in securing critical infrastructure, including the Toussaint Louverture International Airport and the Port-au-Prince seaport—key installations that enabled the steady flow of humanitarian aid during the mission.
“Your service has not only upheld Kenya’s international reputation but also contributed significantly to restoring order and protecting lives,” Murkomen said.
The Cabinet Secretary also addressed concerns raised in recent UN reports regarding alleged misconduct by some officers, assuring that all claims are under investigation to uphold accountability and professionalism within the force.
According to official figures, approximately 1,150 Kenyan officers were deployed during the mission, with 803 having returned home by April 28, 2026. The operation recorded a small number of casualties, including a few fatalities and injuries sustained in the line of duty.
The mission, estimated to have cost KSh 32.4 billion and largely funded by the United States, represents one of Kenya’s most significant international security engagements in recent years.
The National Police Service confirmed that the final group of officers is scheduled to land in Nairobi on Tuesday, officially bringing Kenya’s operational role in the MSS mission to a close.
