Faith Masita
The fourth contingent of the National Police Service (NPS) returned to Kenya on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, marking another milestone in the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission in Haiti.
The 150 officers were greeted with a high-profile reception at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), led by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and National Security Advisor Joseph Boinett.
Key Highlights of the Return
Mission Scope: The officers are part of the broader Kenyan force stationed in Haiti to help the Haitian National Police (HNP) dismantle gangs and secure vital infrastructure.
Leadership Presence: Senior officials, including Deputy IG Gilbert Masengeli and GSU Commandant Ranson Lolmodooni, accompanied the team back after holding strategic meetings with Haitian authorities.
Recognition of Service: IG Douglas Kanja praised the team for their "selfless service and discipline," delivering a message of gratitude from President William Ruto.
Why This Mission Matters
The deployment is viewed as a historic step for Kenya on the global stage. Mr. Joseph Boinett emphasized that the officers' success has bolstered Kenya’s international reputation as a contributor to global peace and stability.
"The officers upheld Kenya’s reputation with honor and pride while contributing to peace and stability in a foreign nation." — Joseph Boinett, National Security Advisor
Notable Officials in Attendance
The 150 officers were greeted with a high-profile reception at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), led by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and National Security Advisor Joseph Boinett.
Key Highlights of the Return
Mission Scope: The officers are part of the broader Kenyan force stationed in Haiti to help the Haitian National Police (HNP) dismantle gangs and secure vital infrastructure.
Leadership Presence: Senior officials, including Deputy IG Gilbert Masengeli and GSU Commandant Ranson Lolmodooni, accompanied the team back after holding strategic meetings with Haitian authorities.
Recognition of Service: IG Douglas Kanja praised the team for their "selfless service and discipline," delivering a message of gratitude from President William Ruto.
Why This Mission Matters
The deployment is viewed as a historic step for Kenya on the global stage. Mr. Joseph Boinett emphasized that the officers' success has bolstered Kenya’s international reputation as a contributor to global peace and stability.
"The officers upheld Kenya’s reputation with honor and pride while contributing to peace and stability in a foreign nation." — Joseph Boinett, National Security Advisor
Notable Officials in Attendance
The reception committee included a "who’s who" of Kenya's security leadership:
Eliud Lagat: Deputy IG, Kenya Police Service, Muchiri Nyaga: NPS Spokesperson, Masoud Mwinyi: Principal Deputy to the DIG APS and Davis Lomwatu: Commandant, Border Patrol Unit (BPU)
This successful rotation signals the ongoing commitment of the NPS to the MSS Mission as they continue to support the restoration of order in Port-au-Prince and beyond.
This successful rotation signals the ongoing commitment of the NPS to the MSS Mission as they continue to support the restoration of order in Port-au-Prince and beyond.
