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Kenya puts 108 Ebola contacts in quarantine as surveillance intensifies

Kenya has quarantined 108 of 122 verified contacts linked to its first imported Ebola case, with no new infections reported since October 6. Officials monitor contacts and screen travellers each day.

By David Njaaga 2026-10-11 16:46:08

Kenya puts 108 Ebola contacts in quarantine as surveillance intensifies

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Calls grow for accountability as Kenya mobilises billions for Ebola response

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-10-11 06:00:00

Health workers demand inclusion in Ebola taskforce, quality PPEs in emergencies

Healthcare workers have demanded representation in the national Ebola response taskforce, and supply of quality protective gears.

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-10-10 20:00:00

Health Ministry to distribute Sh171 million Ebola supplies to high-risk facilities

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said the distribution will target health facilities designated to manage Ebola cases.

By Eunice Omollo 2026-10-09 16:25:39

Health Ministry to distribute Sh171 million Ebola supplies to high-risk facilities

WHO says Kenya's Patient Zero might have contracted Ebola in DRC

WHO said the patient may have contracted the Bundibugyo virus while seeking treatment rather than having the infection when he first fell ill.

By Eunice Omollo 2026-10-09 15:25:09

WHO says Kenya's Patient Zero might have contracted Ebola in DRC

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Stephen Mugo: Kenya might repeat Liberia's mistakes in handling Ebola

For the Clinical Officer, Kenya’s first imported case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease is a reminder of what can happen when a deadly virus gains a foothold in a community.

By Mercy Kahenda 2026-10-09 08:40:00

Stephen Mugo: Kenya might repeat Liberia's mistakes in handling Ebola

Suspected Ebola patient tests negative in Wajir

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi said preliminary laboratory results from samples had ruled out Ebola in the patient.

By Mate Tongola 2026-10-08 22:29:49

Suspected Ebola patient tests negative in Wajir

Duale: Kenya remains safe for travel despite Ebola case

Health CS Aden Duale urges airlines, tourists and businesses to maintain normal operations, says Kenya remains safe for travel, trade and investment despite its first imported Ebola case.

By David Njaaga 2026-10-08 14:28:26

Duale: Kenya remains safe for travel despite Ebola case

Why Kenyans face a 10-year wait for old-age cash support

Kenya faces a 10-year gap in social protection for older people, with the Constitution recognising them at 60 while the main government cash transfer starts at 70.

By David Njaaga 2026-10-08 13:43:01

Why Kenyans face a 10-year wait for old-age cash support

Health workers call for protection in Ebola response

Government should ensure health facilities have adequate personal protective equipment, isolation units remain fully operational and surveillance at ports of entry is intensified.

By Noel Nabiswa 2026-10-08 12:39:35

Health workers call for protection in Ebola response

Wajir patient isolated over suspected viral haemorrhagic fever

The patient was also found to have severe anaemia, with a haemoglobin level of 4g/dL.

By Mate Tongola 2026-10-07 20:45:56

Wajir patient isolated over suspected viral haemorrhagic fever

Ebola could walk into a pharmacy first, health bodies warn

Kenya Medical Association urges gov’t to provide adequate PPEs to all healthcare facilities nationwide; Pharmaceutical Society calls for heightened surveillance to prevent further spread.

By Ronald Kipruto 2026-10-07 15:05:04

Ebola could walk into a pharmacy first, health bodies warn

Duale at pains to explain why it took 48 hours to confirm Kenya's Ebola case

Duale said the process began after doctors at The Nairobi Hospital identified symptoms consistent with Ebola, prompting the collection of a blood sample for testing.

By Okumu Modachi 2026-10-07 12:45:40