Former US Envoy Raises Doubts Over Kenyan Police Capacity to Tackle Haiti Crisis
The ongoing security crisis in Haiti has been a longstanding concern that has prompted international efforts to promote stability in the country.
However, the effectiveness of these interventions has been called into question by former United States Special Envoy to Haiti Daniel Lewis Foote. Foote's insights shed light on the complexities and potential pitfalls associated with the mission as he highlights the need for a comprehensive and well-coordinated approach to address Haiti's security challenges. Foote, a career diplomat, served as the US Special Envoy for Haiti from July to September 2021. His appointment came in the aftermath of the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse, with the primary objective of coordinating efforts between Haiti and the United States to promote peace and stability.
During his tenure, Foote raised several critical concerns regarding the mission's potential impact and viability. One of the primary issues highlighted by Foote is the long-term effectiveness of repeated security operations in Haiti. He expresses scepticism about the ability of these interventions to achieve lasting stability if they solely focused on eliminating "bad actors" without addressing the underlying systemic issues. Foote reiterates the need for a holistic strategy that goes beyond short-term security measures.
Additionally, Foote raises doubts about the capacity of Kenyan police officers to effectively train their Haitian counterparts. While acknowledging that the Kenyan police are not inherently inadequate, he believes they lack the necessary expertise and resources to address the complex security challenges faced by Haiti. This concern arises in the wake of plans to send 2,000 Haitian police officers to Kenya for intensive training. Furthermore, the mission itself has faced significant delays and funding challenges. Donor countries have contributed only a fraction of the estimated budget required for the operation, leaving the mission's role and objectives ill-defined.
Foote warns that deploying a large contingent of personnel without clear objectives could exacerbate the already precarious situation in Haiti. Foote's tenure as special envoy was short-lived as he resigned in September 2021, citing his disagreement with the US policy of deporting thousands of Haitian refugees. He considered this approach flawed and warned of potentially dire consequences. Foote maintains that the challenges faced by the Haiti mission stress the need for thoughtful planning, adequate resources, and a comprehensive strategy that addresses the root causes of instability.
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Let them Go RIP🥱😆😝😫.
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Let them Go RIP🥱😆😝😫.
Is there charcoal or…
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Is there charcoal or electronics like Somalia?
The irony here is Haitians…
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The irony here is Haitians were part of the slaves stolen from Africa, their motherland (Kenya and other African nations).Now instead of the motherland welcoming its children back home, the motherland is going to kill its children while they are still in slavery.
May our God help Haiti!! We will keep Haiti in our prayers. This is a critical time for all those who have been in slavery for more than 400 years!!
God has nothing to do with…
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In reply to The irony here is Haitians… by Anonymous (not verified)
God has nothing to do with the mess in Haiti. Corrupt and inept Haitians do.What is happening in Haiti has nothing to do with where their ancestors came from.
Their ancestors left Africa longtime ago.And I hardly doubt if any could trace their ancestral lineage to Kenya,or East Africa.
Before you even talk of motherland killing its children, why dont you first address the issue of Haitians killing other Haitians.These ragtag band of thugs terrorizing Haiti are black Haitians...well I guess some mixed,but mostly blacks.Why are they destroying their country,why cannot they manage themselves.
Wow talk of the first black nation to garner independence in 1804. Yes we have read about how the french disenfranchised , over taxed,and literary rape the country. But honestly is it not time to put that behind,and tackle their problems as a united people.I am sure France did not produce these band of thugs that are terrorizing its own people. What say you?
I also recent the word…
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In reply to The irony here is Haitians… by Anonymous (not verified)
I also recent the word"stolen". A good number of slaves were traded for gold, silver,and other goodies by their greedy chiefs.All these transactions were mainly done in the"department of commerce."Granted afew were captured unaware,most knew what was being perpetuated by their fellow africans.And of course the greedy and racist Arabs.
Let's tell the truth. Africans were not innocent bystanders. They actively participated in the acts of slave trade.Thankfully some wazungus got their senses back and abolished this inhuman acts.
@ Maxiley, I agree with you…
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@ Maxiley, I agree with you. God has nothing to do with it. The enslavement and colonization has something to do with it.Read their history.
"Hatians killing Hatians?"
When we use someone else's language without fully understanding it, we might call " Freedom fighters" " thugs" just like we call Dedan Kimathi a terrorist while he was fighting for his people and his land.
It is time for all Africans to read the history of the black nation and all it has gone through both at home and abroad and not just Haiti. Let's not talk about Kenya or East Africa, let start calling it what it is Africa and like you called it or as it is known by the whole world " The black nation". Haiti is part of the " The black nation"
Haiti's history cannot be discussed here. It has gone through a series of occupation by foreign powers.
The liberty and freedom of the Haiti is the priority.
We do not know when its going to come but it will. 400 years of the colonization, occupation, division and slavery of the black nation is coming to an end. Not by the power of anyone, but by divine.
Asante ndugu. High time…
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In reply to @ Maxiley, I agree with you… by Anonymous (not verified)
Asante ndugu.
High time people realize long term effects of imperialism, colonization and racism. Most Kenyans are clueless having been colonized education, religion and culture. As a result they cant think critically and are handicapped unless mzungu guides them, but we know for hundred of years they couldnt even read/write in US.
Maxiley speaks like a mzungu sympathizer/agent without realizing the damage done to him by dismissing complex issues with simple solutions. Hata mzungu served in Haiti amesema this one requires more than just force. Theres more than just armed violence.
Haiti has been subjugated by france, coups for decades destabilzed by US and then even when they try to protest, sponsored gangs kill them. A lot of their prez are puppets. Think having 6 Rutos or MOis last 50 years . Corrupt AF and dangerous. Like Mungiki, they do work for politiicans and biz ppl who are mainly arabs/mulattos. Look closely at their elites and you will see. It is like having wahindi in Kenya except instead of sponsoring few idiotic politicians, they dominate ALL business and leave no taxes paid and nation in ruin. Aristide was the last real prez..rest are picked by US/CAN.
Hope you can help in turning things by supporting them in their long marathon vs simply insulting them. They deserve more than foreign forces sent to prop up the inept and illegitimate elites in power.
@ Maktab, I acknowledge all…
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In reply to Asante ndugu. High time… by Maktab (not verified)
@ Maktab, I acknowledge all you have said.But seriously can you deny what I have said? I guess you are a sympethizer of Haitians killing other Haitians.
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