By Timothy Nzai,
Friday, June 5, 2026
Kenya has intensified its Ebola preparedness efforts through enhanced disease surveillance, screening, laboratory capacity, and infection prevention measures at Points of Entry across the country as part of ongoing efforts to safeguard public health.
Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, Mary Muthoni, today received Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) supplies donated by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to support preparedness and response activities at high-risk Points of Entry.
The donated supplies include thermoguns, hand sanitizers, gloves, liquid soap, colour-coded waste bins, bleach, granular chlorine, and disposable aprons. Health officials say the equipment will play a critical role in strengthening infection prevention and control measures while enhancing the country’s capacity to respond effectively to potential public health emergencies.
Speaking during the handover, Muthoni reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting Kenyans from emerging health threats and ensuring that frontline health facilities and border points remain adequately equipped to detect and respond to disease outbreaks.
“We remain committed to safeguarding the country against public health threats and strengthening our preparedness systems to protect the health and wellbeing of all Kenyans,” said Muthoni.
The Principal Secretary also expressed appreciation to IOM for its continued partnership and support in enhancing Kenya’s health security and emergency response capabilities.
The donation comes at a time when the Ministry of Health continues to strengthen surveillance systems at airports, seaports, and land border crossings to prevent the importation and spread of infectious diseases.
Health authorities have maintained heightened vigilance through routine screening of travelers, enhanced laboratory testing capacity, rapid response mechanisms, and continuous training of healthcare workers on infection prevention and control protocols.
The government has also been working closely with development partners and international organizations to improve preparedness measures and ensure the country remains ready to respond swiftly to any potential disease outbreak.
Officials noted that strong collaboration between government agencies and development partners remains critical in strengthening health systems, improving emergency preparedness, and protecting communities from public health emergencies.
The Ministry of Health reiterated that preparedness remains one of the most effective tools in preventing disease outbreaks and minimizing their impact on public health and the economy.
