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Mpox

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

Health and Wellness

EAC secures Sh1.2 billion from Germany and KfW to bolster Ebola preparedness

The funding agreement was signed at the EAC Headquarters in Arusha by EAC Secretary General Amb. Stephen P. Mbundi and KfW Development Bank Country Director for Tanzania and the EAC, Ms Vanessa Eidt, as the region intensifies efforts to contain the ongoing Ebola outbreak and improve its readiness for future public health threats.

By David Abonyo 14 Jun 2026

Education and Career

Murang’a confirms fifth Mpox case as county steps up response

According to the County Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), the confirmed cases are spread across three sub-counties: three in Kiharu, one in Kahuro, and one in Kigumo.

By Michael Ndwiga 19 Sep 2025

Global Affairs

WHO declares Mpox no longer an international health emergency

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the decision follows advice from the organisation’s Emergency Committee, which assesses the outbreak every three months.

By Rose Achieng 6 Sep 2025

News

Mpox vaccination drive kicks off in Malaba to protect high-risk groups

Health officials said the exercise is critical in preventing the spread of the viral disease, with Busia county already reporting a high number of cases.

By Rose Achieng 5 Sep 2025

News

Long-distance drivers boycott Mpox program until safety assured

Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association (LoDDCA) accused health authorities of sidelining them in decision-making and treating them as test subjects for new health interventions.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Aug 2025

News

Urgent call for Mpox vaccines as Mombasa reports increased cases

The coastal city has emerged as the epicentre of Kenya’s outbreak

By Yunis Dekow 12 Aug 2025

Health and Wellness

INFOGRAPHIC: Protect yourself against Mpox

Maintaining good personal hygiene, such as regular handwashing with soap and water or using hand sanitizer, is also emphasized.

By RGK.co.ke 2 Aug 2025

News

MoH confirms 314 Mpox cases as outbreak hits 22 counties

The cases have been spread across 22 counties, with Mombasa, Busia, and Nakuru recording the highest numbers.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 1 Aug 2025

Global Affairs

Mpox cases in Guinea rise to 206 as West Africa sees surge

The disease is marked by symptoms such as fever, muscle pain, and distinctive boil-like skin rashes. It can be fatal in some cases.

By Rose Achieng 19 Jul 2025

Health and Wellness

Mombasa records two Mpox deaths as cases rise sharply

The World Health Organization says symptoms include fever, headaches, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, and a rash lasting two to four weeks.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 12 Jul 2025

Health and Wellness

Kenya confirms 137 Mpox cases in 17 counties

In a statement released on Tuesday, Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said the highest numbers have been recorded in Busia with 48 cases, followed by Mombasa with 37, and Nakuru with 16.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 10 Jun 2025