Kenya Faces Multiple Parallel Crises Amid Nationwide Strike - June 2026

Twenty-five counties in Kenya are at a high risk of Ebola outbreak as the country continues to face a nationwide matatu strike due to rising fuel prices. A Kenyan national showing symptoms of Ebola has been admitted to a hospital along Kiambu Road. Martha Karua has criticized President William Ruto's remarks regarding the Ebola virus, stating that his comments are disrespectful to Kenyans. A recent debate surrounding Ebola has brought renewed attention to the United States' longstanding support for Kenya's health sector. Meanwhile, the United States and Kenya have entered into a significant medical deal.