Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has confirmed that Kenya has no Ebola outbreak. He addressed rising public fears after reports suggested possible infections in the country.
Suspected Cases Isolated and Tested
Duale said three people who recently travelled from the Democratic Republic of Congo entered Kenya with unrelated illnesses. Health officials isolated them immediately and tested them for Ebola.
He confirmed that all three individuals tested negative for the virus. Authorities also placed four other people who had contact with them under isolation.
Those contacts underwent testing and medical assessment. All results came back negative, clearing fears of local transmission.
Public Warned Against Fake Reports
Duale dismissed viral claims of an Ebola case in Uasin Gishu County. He said a fake letter circulating online caused unnecessary panic among citizens.
The CS urged Kenyans to rely only on official health updates. He named the Ministry of Health, KNPHI, WHO, and Africa CDC as trusted sources.
He also warned that spreading false health information puts lives at risk. Authorities continue to monitor suspected misinformation cases linked to the reports.
High-Risk Counties Identified
The Health Ministry also listed 22 counties considered at higher risk. These include Nairobi, Mombasa, Busia, Bungoma, Kericho, Trans Nzoia, and Turkana.
Officials said the classification helps improve surveillance and preparedness. They emphasized that risk does not mean confirmed infection in any county.
Government Reassures Public
Also, he reassured Kenyans that health systems remain alert and prepared. He said surveillance teams continue monitoring border points and health facilities.
He added that Kenya maintains strong coordination with regional and global health agencies. Authorities continue urging calm as monitoring efforts continue nationwide.
