Former President @WHO Executive Board • Director General for Health, @MoH_Kenya
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Kenya has discharged its last Ebola patient. All 135 contacts have completed monitoring, with no community transmission recorded.
The 42-day countdown towards an Ebola-free declaration begins on 12 November. Stay vigilant and report suspected cases through 719. #EbolaAlertKe
Following the discharge of Kenya’s last Ebola patient, our 42-day countdown towards an Ebola-free declaration begins on 12 November 2026. A declaration is anticipated around 23 December, provided no new case is recorded. #EbolaAlertKE
Kenya remains open for business, tourism, trade and travel, with no restrictions on movement or public gatherings. The Ministry will not issue quarantine or Ebola-free certificates for travel purposes.
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As we enter the countdown, vigilance remains essential. Seek early medical attention if you develop symptoms associated with Ebola, particularly after travel to affected areas. For assistance, call the toll-free 719 line. #EbolaAlertKE
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As of 6 Nov 2026, Kenya has recorded 6 Ebola recoveries and 18 days without a new confirmed case. Early reporting, contact tracing, quarantine and public cooperation remain vital until the outbreak is declared over. #EbolaAlertKE #TogetherAgainstEbola
Can someone recover from Ebola? Yes. Early diagnosis and care improve the chances of recovery. If you develop symptoms, report immediately. Call 719, dial *719# or WhatsApp Jali on 0700 719 719. #EbolaAlertKE
EBOLA UPDATE | 6 NOVEMBER 2026
Kenya records six recoveries and 18 consecutive days without a new Ebola case, with only one patient remaining under treatment.
Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs and Administrative Officers can help stop Ebola rumours, encourage early reporting and connect communities to health services.
For information or to report a suspected case, call 719, dial *719# or WhatsApp Jali on 0700 719 719.
#EbolaAlertKE
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Yesterday, I joined CS Aden Duale in briefing Parliament on Kenya’s Ebola response. The gazetted rules support surveillance, testing, isolation and contact tracing. No new cases have been recorded since 19 October. Sustained vigilance remains critical. #EbolaAlertKE
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No new Ebola cases have been reported since 19 October, with no evidence of community transmission. I joined CS Aden Duale and UNICEF to review Kenya’s response. Surveillance and contact tracing continue. #EbolaAlertKe
Joined CS Aden Duale and CoG leadership to review national–county health priorities: strengthening primary healthcare, improving HMIS compliance, ensuring timely CHP remuneration and reinforcing Ebola surveillance and preparedness in border counties.
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Ebola Prevention is Everyone’s Responsibility.
Protect your family and friends.
Stay Alert. Speak up. Report Early. Protect Lives.
Call 719 or dial *719# to report suspected cases.
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Through the BREHS and KHEPRR projects, we are working with the World Bank to strengthen service delivery and health emergency preparedness. Our focus is on resolving implementation bottlenecks, improving national–county coordination and tracking measurable health outcomes.
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Today, I joined CS Aden Duale and Amref CEO Dr Githinji Gitahi to review progress on Taifa Care, primary healthcare, workforce and digital health. We agreed on a partnership framework and quarterly reporting to improve coordination and accountability. #UHC
