Kenya will learn its fate on whether it will proceed with its plan to send police to Haiti for a mission when the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meets to vote on Monday.
The Council will vote on a US resolution authorizing the deployment of an international force to the Caribbean nation.
The US resolution acknowledges Kenya’s offer to lead a multinational force to combat prowling gangs that have wrecked the country since 2021 in order to restore security.
It is stated unequivocally that this would be a non-UN force funded entirely by voluntary contributions.
The United States has already pledged $100 million (Sh14.7 billion) to assist Kenya in the mission.
If the proposal is approved, Kenya will deploy at least 1,000 police officers drawn from various formations within the national police service.
The resolution would authorize the force for one year, with a nine-month review.
The UN approved a stabilization mission in June 2004, but countries have been hesitant to send their forces.
The administration of President Joe Biden condemns the rising criminal activity and human rights violations that threaten Haiti’s and the region’s peace, stability, and security.
