Duale Explains KDF Involvement in Laikipia Ebola Facility - May 2026

Kenya's Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale confirmed that the Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) will operate the new Ebola virus quarantine facility in Laikipia, allaying concerns about potential U.S. control. Kenya has identified 25 counties as high risk for Ebola Virus Disease, though no confirmed cases have been recorded to date. The government issued a travel advisory warning citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo due to a surge in Ebola cases. The East African Community held an emergency virtual meeting on June 1st-2nd, 2026, to address the escalating Ebola outbreak. Kenya has intensified screening measures and strengthened border surveillance to prevent entry of the virus.