Kenyan Police Officers Struggle with Deployment Allowance Payment in Haiti
Deployment Delay Causes Strains on Families
Two months after Kenyan police officers landed in Haiti, they are yet to receive their deployment allowances.
The Nation, a leading Kenyan newspaper, reported that families of the officers were unable to take their children to school due to lack of pay by the United Nations which approved the deployment to Haiti.
About the Multinational Mission
About 400 Kenyan officers landed in the Caribbean nation for a multinational mission aimed at supporting the Haitian Police in its fights against gangs.
Funding the Mission
The UN supports but does not manage the MSS Mission. It established a trust fund which is facilitated voluntarily from donor countries.
Main contributors are Canada, France and the United States of America.
Remedial Measures
During a interview to Citizen TV, the US Ambassador to Kenya deplored Tuesday (Aug. 27) the pay delay and said the officers will be remunerated by Friday (Aug. 30).
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Her remark came one day after the Kenya National police Service said it was working to ensure continued support to its deployed officers.
It added the officers did draw their Kenyan salaries.
Background
Last September, the US pledged $100 million to the mission.
Additional Sources
Conclusion
The delay in deployment allowance payment has caused significant strain on the families of the Kenyan police officers deployed to Haiti. While the US Ambassador to Kenya has assured that the officers will be paid by Friday, the situation highlights the challenges faced by peacekeeping missions and the need for efficient management of funds.
FAQs
Q: How long have Kenyan police officers been deployed in Haiti?
A: They were deployed two months ago.
Q: Why have they not received their deployment allowances?
A: The United Nations, which approved the deployment, has not paid the allowances on time.
Q: Will the officers receive their allowance eventually?
A: The US Ambassador to Kenya has assured that the officers will be remunerated by Friday, August 30.
