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May 16, 2026
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Government Heightens Ebola Surveillance After DR Congo Outbreak

Government Heightens Ebola Surveillance After DR Congo Outbreak

However, the Ministry assured Kenyans that no Ebola case had been detected in the country as of May 16. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Kenya's Ministry of Health has heightened Ebola surveillance and preparedness measures following a confirmed outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

  • As of May 15, the DRC had reported 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths.
  • The Ministry of Health assured that no Ebola case had been detected in Kenya as of May 16.
  • Emergency preparedness includes enhanced surveillance, strengthened screening at borders, and intensified public awareness campaigns.

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