CS Duale Insists Foreign Health Agreements Must Follow Kenyan Law Amid Ebola Reports

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NAIROBI, Kenya May 28 – Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has said any agreement between Kenya and foreign nations involving the handling of Ebola-exposed individuals must strictly comply with Kenyan law and public health regulations.Duale’s remarks come amid reports that the United States could consider sending Americans exposed to the Ebola virus to Kenya for observation or treatment, triggering public concern over the country’s preparedness and health security measures.The CS emphasized that Kenya’s health and immigration protocols cannot be bypassed under any bilateral or international arrangement, adding that the government remains committed to safeguarding public health while cooperating with global partners.