Court Deals Blow to Govt Over U.S. Ebola Quarantine Deal

The move follows a petition filed by Katiba Institute and the Law Society of Kenya, which argued that the proposed facility would pose threat to the lives of Kenyans...

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The High Court in Nairobi has suspended the establishment of a United States-linked Ebola quarantine centre in Laikipia County. This decision came after a legal challenge by lobby groups concerned about public safety.

The conservatory orders, issued by Justice Patricia Nyaundi, bar the government from permitting any U.S. or foreign agency from setting up Ebola exposure, quarantine, isolation, or treatment facilities.
Key organizations involved include the Katiba Institute and the Law Society of Kenya (LSK).
The lobby groups argued the planned facility poses an imminent threat to life and public safety.

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