Kenya’s Consul General to Haiti Ambassador Noor Gabow holds talks with the President of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council (TPC), Laurent Saint-Cyr at his office in Port-au-Prince on September 17, 2025 / HANDOUTKenya’s Consul General to Haiti, Ambassador Noor Gabow, on Wednesday held talks with the President of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council (TPC), Laurent Saint-Cyr, at his office in Port-au-Prince.
The discussions focused on the future of the Kenyan-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission and its role in helping stabilise Haiti through close cooperation with the Haitian National Police (HNP).
Ambassador Gabow reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to the mission, emphasising that security remained a key pillar in supporting Haiti’s return to stability.
The MSS, led by Kenya, is working alongside the HNP to counter gangs, restore order, and create conditions for long-term peace.
President Saint-Cyr welcomed the continued
support, noting the importance of international cooperation in strengthening
Haiti’s national institutions.
The two leaders also discussed ways to ensure that the security gains translate into broader social and economic recovery for the Haitian people.
Beyond security, the meeting explored opportunities for greater collaboration in trade, investment, and commerce between Kenya and Haiti.
Both sides highlighted the potential for partnerships in agriculture, infrastructure, and business development as part of efforts to deepen bilateral ties.
The visit reflects Kenya’s growing role on the international stage, particularly in peacekeeping and global security, while also signalling a mutual interest in expanding economic relations.
On August 16, 2025, the Kenyan delegation met and held talks with the newly elected head of Haiti’s transitional presidential government, Laurent Saint-Cyr, over the operations against surging criminal gangs.
The delegation was led by Joseph Boinnet, who is President William Ruto's deputy national security adviser and Gabow.
The head of the Multinational Security Support Mission, Godfrey Otunge, also attended the meeting.
Officials said Saint-Cyr was happy with the MSS operations so far, even as gangs are fighting to take control of the capital.
Boinnet was in Haiti for a review mission on the performance of the Kenya police officers.
The 800 officers led the MSS team to contain the gangs.
