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Originally published by Capital Newstop
June 4, 2026
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JKIA screening chaos exposes Ebola risk gaps in Kenya

JKIA screening chaos raises Ebola fears as passengers face broken QR systems and overcrowding, exposing gaps in Kenya’s disease preparedness...
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Chaotic scenes at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) have exposed significant weaknesses in Kenya's disease surveillance and passenger screening, raising alarms about the nation's preparedness for potential outbreaks like Ebola.
- Recent incidents at JKIA saw travelers enduring long queues and system failures, with some reportedly being allowed to pass without full health declarations due to staff shortages and overwhelmed officials.
- The situation draws concern amidst high Ebola alerts in the region, particularly the ongoing outbreak in the neighboring DRC, declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern by the World Health Organization.
- The government, led by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, is proceeding with plans to establish a 50-bed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base despite protests and court challenges, with Duale stating, "We don’t need to consult citizens."
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