He has been touring the nation protected by special agents from the US's Diplomatic Security Service (DSS). Kenyans.co.ke profiles the elite group that has offered security to dignitaries such as President Ruto for over a century. DSS has more than 2,500 agents, security engineering officers, security technical specialists, and diplomatic couriers. Special agents also advise the US ambassador on security matters, investigate passport and visa fraud, conduct personnel security investigations and manage a complex range of security programs. Training and RecruitmentTo keep up with the changing technology and tactics used by militants, the security team offers intense training depending on the role of the agent.

Source: Daily Nation May 23, 2024 15:05 UTC