Kenya has recorded four additional cases of Ebola Virus Disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus, bringing the total number of confirmed infections to seven, including one death. In a statement published on its website, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said the four new cases were…...
Kenya has recorded four additional cases of Ebola Virus Disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus, bringing the total number of confirmed infections to seven, including one death.
In a statement published on its website, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said the four new cases were detected among people already under quarantine following exposure to the initial case.
The new infections involve three healthcare workers and one family member, all of whom are receiving supportive care at a designated treatment facility.
Africa CDC said the early identification of the cases highlighted the importance of contact tracing, surveillance and timely isolation in preventing further transmission.
It commended the Kenyan government, through its Ministry of Health and national public health institutions, for its response measures and transparent communication.
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According to the agency, Kenyan authorities have traced and quarantined 128 of the 130 identified contacts, representing 98.5 per cent, while efforts continue to locate the remaining two.
The Ministry of Health has reported no evidence of community transmission at this stage.
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Africa CDC said it was working with the Kenyan government and its partners to support surveillance, technical coordination, risk communication and community engagement.
It added that the evolving Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo had reinforced the need for stronger regional preparedness, including cross-border surveillance, information sharing, early detection and coordinated public health action.
The agency also warned of the risks faced by healthcare workers attending to infected patients, stressing the importance of infection prevention and control measures, appropriate protective equipment, training and continued support for frontline personnel.
Africa CDC urged residents to remain vigilant, follow guidance from health authorities and report symptoms promptly.
“Ebola spreads through direct contact with the blood or bodily fluids of an infected person, or through contaminated materials,” the agency said, adding that early detection and access to appropriate care improve survival chances and help prevent further transmission.
It reaffirmed its support for the Kenyan government, healthcare workers and affected communities, saying sustained vigilance, public trust and coordinated action were essential to containing the outbreak.
Members of the public in Kenya seeking information and guidance have been advised to contact the Ministry of Health through its toll-free line, 719, and follow its official communication channels.