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June 9, 2026
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Heavy Police Presence as Anti-Ebola Protests Erupt in Nanyuki

Heavy Police Presence as Anti-Ebola Protests Erupt in Nanyuki

President Ruto has defended the controversial U.S.-backed Ebola facility as a precautionary measure, despite Kenya recording no cases...

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Nanyuki experienced significant police presence and protests on June 9 against a U.S.-proposed Ebola quarantine facility. Businesses closed and parts of the town were deserted as demonstrations entered their second wave.

  • The facility, funded by approximately Ksh1.68 billion (USD13 million), is intended to isolate American citizens exposed to the virus.
  • Protests are driven by residents and a petition by Katiba Institute, with previous demonstrations on June 1 resulting in casualties.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to exercise caution and avoid protests.

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