Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has formally written to United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres protesting what he termed as inaccuracies in a recent UN report concerning Kenya’s role in the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission in Haiti.
In a letter dated April 7, 2026, Mudavadi expressed concern that the Secretary-General’s report, referenced as A/80/644, failed to accurately reflect the findings of investigations into allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse involving Kenyan personnel deployed to Haiti.
Mudavadi, who also serves as Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, stated that the allegations, first reported in August 2025, were promptly investigated through a Board of Inquiry and found to be unsubstantiated.
“No formal complaints were filed with any authority, and findings were shared transparently with both Haitian and UN bodies,” he said.
He added that the investigations were conducted impartially and in coordination with relevant stakeholders, including UN human rights offices and Haitian authorities.
“These actions reaffirm Kenya's commitment to accountability and due process,” Mudavadi noted.
However, the Prime Cabinet Secretary faulted the UN report for omitting these conclusions.
“It is therefore concerning that the Secretary-General's report A/80/644 does not accurately reflect these findings,” he wrote.
Mudavadi said the Kenyan government had already taken diplomatic steps to address the issue, instructing its Permanent Missions in Geneva and New York to engage UN offices to correct what he described as misleading information.
The move, he said, is aimed at “protecting the integrity and sacrifices of MSS personnel.”
Kenya has been leading the MSS Mission in Haiti under the framework of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 2699 (2023) and 2793 (2025), which focus on restoring peace and security in the Caribbean nation while safeguarding human rights and protecting civilians.
Mudavadi emphasised that Kenya undertook leadership of the mission as part of its obligations as a responsible member of the international community.
“Kenya undertook leadership of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission in Haiti, driven by its commitment as a responsible UN member to help restore peace, security, and human rights in a nation that has endured decades of instability,” he stated.
The decision to deploy Kenyan forces, he added, was made despite “significant operational challenges and domestic opposition from a section of Kenyans.”
He also criticized what he termed as “media-driven sensationalism” surrounding the allegations, saying the government takes exception to coverage that undermines the mission’s credibility.
According to Mudavadi, the MSS mission has adhered strictly to operational frameworks, including the Concept of Operations and the Status of Forces Agreement, with personnel undergoing continuous training in human rights and civilian protection in collaboration with UN human rights officers.
“Notably, no reports have identified any misconduct, underscoring the mission's discipline and respect for human rights,” he said.
He further noted that the mission’s performance has contributed to building international confidence, citing the successful pledging conference for the proposed Gang Suppression Force (GSF), where multiple countries committed support.
“Lessons from the MSS mission have also informed pre-deployment preparations for incoming contingents,” Mudavadi added.
Despite the achievements, the mission has not been without cost. Mudavadi acknowledged that three Kenyan personnel—Samuel Tomoi Kaetuai, Benedict Kabiru, and Kennedy Nzuve—lost their lives during deployment, while several others sustained injuries.
“The Kenyan contingent faced immense challenges, which sadly ended in three tragic deaths of our compatriots… Many others sustained injuries. Despite these hardships, the mission remained resolute,” he said.
Mudavadi reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to supporting Haiti’s long-term stability and facilitating a smooth transition from the MSS to the GSF.
He also reiterated Kenya’s broader commitment to the rules-based international system.
“Through its leadership, Kenya continues to uphold high operational standards, accountability, and respect for human rights, thereby contributing to credible and effective peacekeeping and international stabilization efforts,” he said.
He called for continued globaly support for Haiti.
“We reaffirm our commitment to Haiti's stability and to a seamless transition to the GSF. Kenya continues to believe that the international community has a responsibility to support Haiti in achieving lasting peace and security.”