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The request was made before High Court Judge Patricia Nyaundi during mitigation and sentencing submissions after the court found Duale in contempt over alleged continued activities at the project site despite conservatory orders halting implementation.
Addressing the National Assembly on Wednesday, the CS said Kenya’s cooperation with Washington dates back to a 2015 agreement and has significantly strengthened the health sector.
Duale dismissed claims that the facility was being established exclusively for United States nationals, saying Kenya was preparing for a possible outbreak of the Ebola Bundibugyo strain, which currently has no approved vaccine.
In a statement on May 30, 2026, CS Duale said that as a regional hub for trade, travel, and commerce, Kenya must remain prepared to prevent, detect, and respond to public health threats before they reach communities.
The Health CS said Kenya continues to work closely with county governments, regional bodies and international partners to strengthen preparedness and response activities.
Duale identified the Tobacco Control Fund as a critical tool in Kenya’s fight against tobacco use, saying it plays a central role in funding national programmes. The fund, supported through a compensatory contribution from industry players, finances public awareness campaigns, cessation support, enforcement training, and research on tobacco and emerging nicotine products.
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said Homa Bay, Bungoma, Mandera, Wajir, and Kisii have been the most affected, with the majority of the 1,000 facilities shut down nationwide located in these regions.
Speaking in Garissa on Saturday, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the closure of 12 medical facilities over fraud linked to SHA.
Duale said innovation must move beyond classrooms and into communities to improve lives and strengthen healthcare systems.
The Cabinet Secretary was travelling from Rarieda to Kisumu International Airport when the accident occurred.
The Health CS stressed the urgency of signing the National Equipment Service Program addendums, which will release funds to maintain medical equipment across 126 facilities nationwide, valued at Sh6.18 billion.
Speaking in Garissa town during a graduation ceremony at Madarasa Munawar on Sunday, where he was the chief guest, Duale dismissed claims that the government was dragging its feet in settling hospital bills.