DCI Unveils High-Definition Robot to Defuse Bombs
This is against the backdrop of the history of terror attacks in the country, as well as the escalating global tensions...
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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has unveiled a high-definition bomb defusing robot to counter rising terror threats in Kenya. The new technology, showcased at the Eldoret International Show 2026 on March 3, represents a significant enhancement to public safety measures.
- The robot, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) robot, can detect, inspect, and neutralize explosive threats remotely.
- Key organizations involved include the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and its specialized units like the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU).
- The cost of these robots ranges widely, with basic models starting at Ksh6.5 million and high-end units potentially exceeding Ksh70 million.
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