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Topic: Ebola

We won't listen: Duale says Ebola plan unstoppable as MPs query deal

By Mercy Kahenda   2026-06-03 21:28:16

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has vowed to ignore public opposition and a court order on the establishment of a quarantine facility for Americans exposed the Ebola virus.

Duale struggles to win over MPs on secretive US Ebola deal

By David Njaaga   2026-06-03 17:23:56

According to the CS, the agreement, approved by Cabinet, was extended to run until 2029.

Why US health chief wants Ebola quarantine centre based in Kenya

By Molly Chebet   2026-06-03 15:35:03

Speaking during a White House press briefing on Tuesday, June 2, Oz said Kenya's location would allow patients to receive urgent medical care more quickly if needed.

US defends Laikipia Ebola facility, says project poses no public health risk

By Ronald Kipruto   2026-06-03 17:23:44

US says working with Kenyan government to address objections to Ebola quarantine center amid court order halting construction, but will continue supporting preparedness efforts.

Kiambu leaders react on Ebola quarantine center in Laikipa

By George Njunge   2026-06-03 13:11:13

A section of Kiambu leaders in united opposition have condemned the government for what they termed as careless handling of the Ebola pandemic

No cause for alarm: Suspected Ebola case in Kiambu cleared

By Ronald Kipruto   2026-06-03 15:22:38

Suspected Ebola-like case at AAR Hospital in Kiambu tests negative, Health PS Mary Muthoni confirms, urges public not to share unverified reports that could cause panic.