The Kenyan Ministry of Health has intensified its response to a significant dengue outbreak in Garissa and Wajir counties, with cases reaching a total of 1,678 as of August 26, 2026.

• Garissa County has recorded 1,583 cases, including five suspected deaths, while Wajir County has 95 laboratory-confirmed cases.
• The Ministry of Health is implementing measures such as eliminating mosquito breeding sites and urging prompt medical care for symptoms.
• Children and adolescents aged six months to 15 years represent a significant portion of confirmed cases in Wajir.

Kenya has reaffirmed its dedication to bolstering cross-border health security by signing a Cross-Border Collaboration Memorandum of Understanding and launching an Mpox Vaccine Stockpile Mechanism.

• The initiatives aim to strengthen information sharing and harmonise response protocols for health emergencies across Africa.
• Key figures included Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni and WHO Regional Director for Africa Prof. Mohamed Janabi.
• The commitment emphasizes that health emergencies do not respect national boundaries, and equitable access to healthcare during crises must be prioritized over purchasing power.

Kenya's meat sector is facing significant pressure due to recurring drought, severe feed shortages, and livestock diseases, threatening meat supply to consumers.

• An estimated 2.5 million livestock were lost between 2020 and 2022 due to drought and disease, with arid lands facing a 60% feed deficit.
• Key stakeholders including the DRIVE project, represented by Country Relationship Manager Michael Mbaka, and the University of Nairobi, discussed long-term solutions at the 5th Kenya Meat Expo.
• Experts emphasize the need for climate adaptation, locally developed technologies, and better rangeland management to secure the meat value chain against future crises.