Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has assured Kenyans that no Ebola case has been reported in the country, even as the government intensifies surveillance and emergency preparedness measures at border entry points to shield the country from a possible outbreak.
Speaking during the ACK Education Day at ACK Church in Kerugoya, Muthoni said the Ministry of Health, working jointly with other government agencies, has activated strict screening and monitoring systems along Kenya’s borders following Ebola outbreaks reported in neighboring countries.
“We have not reported any Ebola case in Kenya, but the government remains on high alert and all necessary measures have been put in place to protect Kenyans,” said Muthoni.
The PS said the government has already trained health workers across the country to swiftly detect, isolate, and manage any suspected Ebola cases, adding that rapid response teams remain on standby to contain any potential threat before it spreads.
“Our health workers have been trained on how to handle any suspected Ebola case and response teams are ready to act immediately if any case is detected,” she said.
Muthoni noted that the Ministry of Health is working closely with other government ministries, security agencies, immigration officers, and county governments to tighten surveillance and screening measures at all border entry points and major transit routes to ensure the country remains safe from the deadly virus.
“The Ministry of Health is collaborating with other ministries and security agencies to strengthen surveillance and screening at our borders to prevent the spread of Ebola into the country,” she added.
She said the government has also enhanced public awareness campaigns and emergency response systems to ensure any suspected case is reported and handled immediately, adding that coordination between national and county governments has been strengthened to improve preparedness across the country.
The PS urged members of the public to remain calm and avoid misinformation, emphasizing that Kenyans should only rely on verified updates issued by government agencies and health authorities.
“We urge Kenyans to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information. The public should rely on official communication from government health agencies,” she said.
Muthoni further called on Kenyans to embrace proper hygiene, including regular hand washing and maintaining clean environments, to help reduce the spread of infectious diseases, saying public cooperation remains critical in safeguarding the country against health emergencies.
“Good hygiene and clean environments are key in preventing the spread of diseases. Every Kenyan has a responsibility to help keep our communities safe,” she said.
She assured Kenyans that the government remains fully prepared to handle any suspected Ebola cases and will continue strengthening disease surveillance systems to protect public health and national safety.
By David Wandeto
