Details of Advanced Anti-Drone Armoured Vehicle Spotted in Wajir During Ruto Visit
The high-tech defence vehicle was deployed to enhance security during the Madaraka Day celebrations that drew thousands to Wajir Stadium...
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An advanced Chinese-made OW5-A50 anti-drone armoured vehicle was deployed in Wajir during President William Ruto's Madaraka Day tour on June 1, 2026, to bolster security.
- The OW5-A50, a laser-based counter-drone system, was showcased to protect the event from aerial threats.
- Key entities involved include the Kenyan government, President William Ruto, and its manufacturer, China's NORINCO.
- This high-mobility vehicle utilizes radar, sensors, and lasers to neutralize drones without conventional missiles, reflecting increased defense sector collaboration between Kenya and China.
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