Kenya minister says US-run Ebola facility plans halted after court order
Kenya's Health Minister, Aden Duale, has ordered a halt to the construction of a US-run Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia airbase. This decision follows strong public opposition and deadly protests, with three people killed in unrest near the site.
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President Ruto stated he approved the site as a partnership with the US.
Rights group Katiba Institute warned the arrangement posed 'grave and imminent risks' to public health.
Kenya's High Court found Health Minister Aden Duale in contempt of court.
The minister disobeyed court orders to halt construction of a US Ebola facility.
Kenya's Health Minister Aden Duale found guilty of contempt of court over handling of US-funded Ebola facility.
Kenyan health minister ordered a halt to preparations for a US-run Ebola quarantine facility.
The quarantine facility is intended for US citizens suspected of contracting Ebola from the DRC outbreak.
Kenyans strongly oppose the plan due to fears of bringing potential carriers of the disease into the country.
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