Haiti is riddled with socio-political and economic malaise. There is a lack of donor coordination and widespread frustration with the distribution of humanitarian resources. Kenya’s proposed Multi-National Security Support Mission (MSS), which aims to stabilise Haiti and de-escalate violence amongst the internally displaced, faces profound international and domestic opposition. Detractors of the MSS argue that Kenyan involvement is a mere invocation of Western imperialism.
Alex Purcell
Alex works professionally as an Intelligence Analyst and French Linguist at a private firm in London. She holds a First-Class BA with Honours in International Politics with French, coupled with a Distinction in Spoken French. She is also currently pursuing an MA in International Affairs, with specialisms in Espionage and Surveillance. Her research interests include African security affairs, the Middle East, and (military) defence intelligence.