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Health and Wellness

Kenya strengthens Ebola surveillance amid Mpox, dengue and measles cases

The latest preparedness measures come amid continued Ebola transmission concerns in the region. The World Health Organization said on September 9 that Kenya had recorded no case of Ebola caused by the Bundibugyo virus, while Uganda's outbreak was declared over on August 26. The Democratic Republic of Congo, however, continued to report transmission, while thousands of people cross Kenya's western border each day

By Chrispho Owuor 14 Sep 2026

East African Bloc

DR Congo Ebola cases hit 7,022 as death toll rises to 3,398

The outbreak, the country’s 17th, was detected in mid-May in the northeastern province of Ituri before spreading to remote and conflict-affected areas where healthcare infrastructure remains limited.

By David Abonyo 13 Sep 2026

Health and Wellness

Africa CDC warns DRC Ebola cases may be underreported

The agency said the outbreak had so far recorded 5,105 confirmed cases and 2,420 deaths, giving a case fatality ratio of about 47%.

By David Abonyo 23 Aug 2026

Health and Wellness

DRC gets 70,000 Ebola vaccine doses as deadly outbreak spreads

According to the World Health Organization,20,000 of the 70,000 doses will be used in a Phase 3 clinical trial to assess whether Ervebo can protect against Bundibugyo virus disease. The remaining 50,000 doses will be administered to frontline workers.

By David Abonyo 20 Aug 2026

Africa

DR Congo Ebola outbreak hits record 2,325 deaths

The death toll has surpassed the 2,299 fatalities recorded during the 2018-2020 outbreak, which was previously the country’s worst Ebola epidemic.

By David Abonyo 17 Aug 2026

Health and Wellness

Kenya tests 196 suspected Ebola cases, all return negative

Kenyan health authorities are continuing surveillance and laboratory testing as part of measures aimed at ensuring early detection and preventing the spread of the disease

By Chrispho Owuor 17 Aug 2026

MSF Ebola Simulation Centre in Nairobi. PHOTO/MSF

Global Affairs

Ebola fight must not push other DRC health crisis aside, MSF warns

MSF said DRC recorded more than 108,643 suspected measles cases between January and July 19, with 1,394 deaths reported.

By Bradley Bosire 14 Aug 2026

Health and Wellness

Kenya plans 200-bed infectious diseases centre to boost Ebola preparedness

The proposed centre would strengthen Kenya's ability to respond to infectious disease outbreaks while supporting the management of communicable diseases, including HIV and tuberculosis, and position the country as a regional centre of excellence for infectious disease prevention, preparedness and response

By Chrispho Owuor 5 Aug 2026

Health and Wellness

DR Congo Ebola outbreak hits 3,605 cases, 1,587 deaths as WHO calls for urgent response

In a statement on August 1,2026, the UN health agency said the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has intensified significantly over the past two months, spreading from a single health zone in Ituri Province to five provinces and affecting 49 health zones.

By David Abonyo 2 Aug 2026

Health and Wellness

Uganda now Ebola free, declares Health Ministry

The announcement came before the completion of the World Health Organization's standard 42-day countdown following the discharge of the last patient.

By Samuel Otieno 28 Jul 2026

Global Affairs

Ebola outbreak in DRC nears 3,000 cases as death toll tops 1,300

Congo Ebola outbreak nears 3,000 cases as death toll tops 1,300

By Samuel Otieno 26 Jul 2026

Health and Wellness

First volunteer receives Oxford's experimental Ebola vaccine in global trial

Hunt said he decided to volunteer after following reports of the deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and wanted to play a role in efforts to fight the disease.

By Bradley Bosire 25 Jul 2026