Kenya Confirms Third Ebola Case as 65-Year-Old Woman Tests Positive

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 16 – Kenya has confirmed a third case of Ebola (Bundibugyo Virus Disease) after a 65-year-old woman, a close relative and primary contact of the first two…

Ministry of Health Director General Patrick Amoth said the woman had been in quarantine since October 6, 2026, and was isolated after developing symptoms including fever, a sore throat and general body weakness.

“Laboratory tests conducted at the National Virology Reference Laboratory and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) confirmed the infection,” he stated.

He pointed out that the patient is receiving supportive care at an Infectious Disease Unit, according to an update issued by the Office of the Director General for Health on Friday.

“The woman was already under quarantine when she developed symptoms, a measure expected to minimise the risk of further transmission within the community.”

He maintained that the overall public health risk remains low, with no evidence of community transmission reported.

Source: Capital FM