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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Evelyne Musambi

Kenya's health minister found in contempt of court over US-backed Ebola facility

APTOPIX Kenya Ebola - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Kenya’s Health Minister Aden Duale was found in contempt of court on Monday for failing to halt the construction of an Ebola quarantine facility intended for Americans, despite existing court orders.

The High Court ordered Duale to appear on Tuesday for sentencing. Earlier this month, the minister defended the project, arguing that the facility at the Laikipia Air Base would benefit both Kenyans and international partners.

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