Nairobi: 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.
According to Kenya News Agency, Muthoni, speaking during the ACK Education Day at ACK Church in Kerugoya, stated that the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with other government agencies, has activated strict screening and monitoring systems along Kenya’s borders following Ebola outbreaks 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,’ Muthoni said.
The Public Health Secretary highlighted that the government has already trained health workers across the country to swiftly detect, isolate, and manage any suspected Ebola cases. She added that rapid response teams are 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 mentioned.
Muthoni further 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. ‘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.
Public awareness campaigns and emergency response systems have been enhanced by the government to ensure any suspected case is reported and handled immediately. This coordination between national and county governments has been strengthened to improve preparedness across the country. Muthoni urged the public to remain calm and avoid misinformatio
n, 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.
Additionally, Muthoni called on Kenyans to embrace proper hygiene, including regular hand washing and maintaining clean environments, to help reduce the spread of infectious diseases. She stressed that public cooperation is 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 stated.
She concluded by assuring 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.
