What you need to know about Haiti's criminal gangs

Kenya will send 1,000 police officers to Haiti to help contain gang violence. 

The news has received mixed reactions as Kenyans follow developments in the troubled Caribbean country.

Gang influence has continued to grow in the country since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse in 2021.

Prime Minister Ariel Henry took over the reins of power as acting President.

It is estimated that 200 to 300 gangs control large swathes of the country, with 90 per cent of the capital, Port-au-Prince under gangs.

In July 2023, Kenya pledged to offer 1,000 police officers after Haiti appealed for international help to assist in battling the gangs blamed for spiraling violence.