The allegations, attributed to a Reuters report, claimed that nearly 20 officers had submitted letters of resignation over the past two months.
In a statement released by MSS Force Commander Godfrey Otunge, the mission refuted the claims, terming them as "inaccurate and malicious."
Otunge stated that all MSS personnel have received their salaries and allowances, adding that no officer has resigned or submitted resignation letters.
'Reuters News did not reach out to the MSS for clarification, and the information being disseminated is both inaccurate and malicious. All MSS personnel have received their salaries, including monthly allowances, and no MSS officer has tendered their resignation as alleged,' the statement read.
The MSS reiterated that its officers remain motivated and dedicated to their mission of supporting the Haitian National Police (HNP) in combating gang violence and restoring stability to the nation.
Reuters had reported that three anonymous Kenyan officers claimed they had not been paid since September and had submitted resignation letters without receiving a response.
Kenyan National Police Chief Douglas Kanja had earlier addressed the issue during a news conference, stating that officers had been paid up to the end of October.
Kenya deployed 400 police officers to Haiti in June as part of a United Nations-backed initiative to stabilize the Caribbean nation, which has been plagued by gang violence. The MSS, expected to comprise 2,500 personnel from about 10 countries, has faced some challenges, including funding and staffing shortfalls.
Despite these hurdles, the MSS reaffirmed its commitment to helping Haiti restore peace and security.
'The MSS remains resolute in its mission to help Haiti reclaim its glory and restore peace and security for its people,' Otunge said.
Wycliffe Nyamasege
Source : https://en.igihe.com/news/article/kenyan-police-mission-in-haiti-addresses-reports-of-resignations
