The Ministry of Health has officially shifted into high gear, implementing strict border controls and activating emergency systems to keep the country safe from the Ebola virus.

In a statement released on Wednesday, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale shared some reassuring news: all suspected cases tested so far have come back negative.

The government launched a massive screening campaign at all major borders, airports, and ports of entry- 55,000+ travelers have been successfully screened.

Out of those screened, 10 suspected cases were isolated and tested and 0 positive cases have been detected.

“To date, more than 55,000 travelers have been screened for the disease through various ports of entry and we have tested a total of ten cases which have all turned out negative,” CS Duale confirmed.

Kenya isn’t just waiting around; the country has activated a robust, multi-layered defense plan to prevent a potential outbreak; the national emergency response system has been activated to coordinate health efforts instantly if a case arises, health officials have intensified checks at all entry points into the country and specific, high-security laboratories have been equipped and set aside purely for Ebola testing to ensure fast and accurate results.

The fight against emerging health threats requires teamwork.

CS Duale emphasized that Kenya is working closely with county governments, regional neighbors, and international partners, including the United States, to ensure our health security remains watertight.

“Kenya welcomes partnerships that strengthen global health security and reaffirm our shared commitment to protecting lives through coordinated, science-based action,” Duale said.

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