By John Mutiso
Police Inspector General Douglas Kanja has assured the first returning contingent of Multinational Security Support Mission (MSSM) soldiers in Haiti that their pending allowances will be paid as soon as the United Nations releases the funds.
Speaking on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, during a luncheon to celebrate their return, the IG confirmed that the officers had received only their October allowances, with November payments still outstanding.
“I know there are concerns about salaries and allowances. The November allowances will reach you as soon as the UN releases them. There is no need to worry—we are handling everything,” he said.
The IG commended the officers for their courageous role in restoring peace and normalcy in the then gang-infested Caribbean nation.
He urged them to use their hard-earned money wisely by prioritising meaningful investments over short-term pleasures or frivolous spending.
“I advise you to invest in areas that will improve your well-being and secure your future. Many people will suddenly befriend you just to get some of your money—be careful,” he warned.
Calling on the officers to build on their experience, Kanja challenged them to apply the knowledge gained during the 18-month deployment to better serve Kenya.
“This is not the last mission. The experience you have acquired will strengthen the National Police Service. Many of you will join various committees for after-action reviews, and we will develop improved training modules for officers at all levels,” he said.
“I am proud of you. You ensured the freedom of the Haitian people was respected throughout the mission. I believe an officer’s primary duty is to protect people’s freedom—and that is exactly what you did,” he concluded.
On his part, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen lauded the officers for restoring normal and important activities such as air transport, the functioning of health amenities, and the administration of national exams in the areas previously taken over by the gang.
