What measures is Nairobi taking in response to the Ebola case?

Nairobi has intensified preparedness and response measures, including training health workers and community health promoters, activating rapid response teams, and designating an isolation facility.

Nairobi on High Alert After Imported Ebola Case Confirmed

City intensifies preparedness with training for health workers and activation of rapid response teams following the confirmation of Kenya's first imported Ebola case.

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2026-10-07 · Updated 2026-10-07

Nairobi is on high alert after a case of Ebola Virus Disease was confirmed in the capital. Governor Johnson Sakaja announced that preparedness and response measures have been intensified across all 17 sub-counties to bolster surveillance, contact tracing, and emergency response.

To enhance the city's capacity to detect and report suspected cases, 923 health workers and 1,598 Community Health Promoters have received training. Additionally, over 60 laboratory officers have been trained in the safe collection and handling of samples.

Rapid Response Teams have been activated in all sub-counties, with the Nairobi County Emergency Operations Centre coordinating surveillance, case reporting, and emergency interventions. These teams will work with national health authorities to support early detection and response.

Mama Margaret Uhuru Kenyatta Hospital has been designated as Nairobi's Ebola isolation facility, with its capacity being strengthened to manage suspected and confirmed cases and minimize transmission risk.

Residents are urged to remain vigilant, report suspected cases to health authorities via the emergency hotline 1508, and practice basic health precautions such as hand hygiene and avoiding close contact with symptomatic individuals. Symptoms include fever, severe headache, muscle pain, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, and unexplained bleeding.

FAQ

What measures is Nairobi taking in response to the Ebola case?: Nairobi has intensified preparedness and response measures, including training health workers and community health promoters, activating rapid response teams, and designating an isolation facility.
What should residents do if they suspect an Ebola case?: Residents should remain vigilant, report suspected cases to health authorities via the emergency hotline 1508, and practice basic health precautions.