Activists in Haiti have raised alarms over the actions of Kenyan police, particularly in relation to an international mission that Kenya has proposed to lead in Haiti. Concerns revolve around the Kenyan police’s human rights record and the potential implications for the safety and well-being of Haitian citizens. Critics argue that Kenya’s own issues with police brutality and extrajudicial killings might be mirrored in their operations in Haiti, exacerbating the current turmoil rather than alleviating it.

This anxiety is rooted in past incidents involving the Kenyan police, such as allegations of excessive force during protests and operations, which have drawn condemnation from human rights organizations. Haitian activists are wary that similar tactics could be employed in their country, potentially leading to increased violence and human rights violations. They are calling for a careful reconsideration of Kenya’s involvement and the establishment of stringent oversight mechanisms to ensure any foreign intervention respects the rights and dignity of the Haitian people.