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Kenya Records Eighth Ebola Case

Total Ebola cases rise to 8

October 19, 2026 2 min read
Kenya Records Eighth Ebola Case

Kenya has reported an additional Ebola case, bringing the total number of confirmed cases to eight.

A 49-year-old man, who is not a healthcare worker, is the latest to test positive for the disease. He exhibited symptoms such as fever, headache, and muscle pain.

The Ministry of Health, led by Director-General for Health Dr Patrick Amoth, continues to monitor the situation and implement measures to contain the virus.

Source: KBC Digital. AI-assisted summary.