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Uganda begins 42-day watch to be declared Ebola-free after discharging last patient

By Eunice Omollo   2026-07-17 06:33:45

Uganda has begun the mandatory 42-day countdown to be declared Ebola-free after discharging the last patient who had been receiving treatment for the virus.

EBOLA WATCH: Experimental drug trial aims to stop Bundibugyo Ebola after exposure

By Eunice Omollo   2026-07-15 10:16:25

Scientists have launched the first clinical trial to test whether an experimental antiviral pill can prevent Bundibugyo Ebola after exposure, offering hope for a new outbreak-control tool.

Tsavo East named world's third best birdwatching destination, ahead of Amboseli

By Anjellah Owino   2026-07-14 13:13:23

Tsavo East emerged as Africa's highest-ranked destination, scoring 59.8 out of 100 to place third globally, ahead of Amboseli, which ranked 14th with a score of 51.7.

PHOTOS: Wicknell Chivayo splashes Sh556 million on Jacob and Co luxury watch

By Molly Chebet   2026-07-13 09:55:55

After receiving a personal invitation from Jacob & Co. founder Jacob Arabo to tour the prestigious watchmaker's factory, the flamboyant tycoon decided to treat himself instead.

EBOLA WATCH: Ebola response at risk as DRC health workers threaten strike

By Eunice Omollo   2026-07-07 15:18:01

The Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo is under growing strain as health workers threaten to strike over unpaid allowances while infections and deaths continue to rise.

EBOLA WATCH: Ebola response at risk as DRC health workers threaten strike

By Eunice Omollo and AFP   2026-07-07 15:18:01

The Ebola response in the Democratic Republic of Congo is under growing strain as health workers threaten to strike over unpaid allowances while infections and deaths continue to rise.