The Ministry of Health says enhanced border screening and surveillance systems remain active across the country to prevent potential importation of the virus, which has recently been reported in neighbouring outbreak-prone regions in East and Central Africa.
According to a statement shared by the Ministry and updates from the Principal Secretaries’ Monthly Meeting, Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni Muriuki confirmed that 25 suspected Ebola samples tested in Kenya have all returned negative results.
She added that more than 74,000 travellers have been screened at various points of entry, including airports, border crossings and other designated screening sites, as part of ongoing national preparedness efforts.
Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr. Ouma Oluga was among senior officials present at the meeting where the country’s preparedness status was reviewed.
The Ministry further noted that Kenya has strengthened surveillance systems, laboratory readiness, healthcare worker sensitisation and rapid response mechanisms in anticipation of any potential outbreak.
Health authorities say the measures are aimed at ensuring early detection and containment should any suspected case be identified, particularly given increased regional risk due to ongoing Ebola outbreaks in neighbouring countries.
The Ministry of Health reaffirmed that Kenya remains on high alert and continues to work closely with county governments, regional health bodies and international partners to enhance outbreak response coordination.
Ebola Virus Disease, a highly infectious and often fatal illness, is transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids or contaminated materials. Early symptoms include fever, fatigue, vomiting and unexplained bleeding, with rapid progression in severe cases.
While Kenya remains Ebola-free, health authorities say continued vigilance is critical, particularly at border points, to prevent cross-border transmission.
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