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June 1, 2026
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Laikipia residents protest against US Ebola quarantine facility

Laikipia residents protest against US Ebola quarantine facility

What started as a peaceful march turned into running battles with police in Nanyuki town...

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Hundreds of residents in Laikipia, Kenya, protested against a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility slated for the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Laikipia Air Base in Nanyuki Town on June 1, 2026, leading to clashes with police and business disruptions.

  • The proposed facility would be a 50-bed unit to host Americans exposed to Ebola.
  • Protesters, including residents and traders like John Mwangi and Joseph Kamau, expressed fears and a lack of public consultation.
  • The protests caused widespread booking cancellations in the hospitality sector, impacting the peak tourism season.

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