Kenya Supports U.S. Ebola Facility Amid Protests and Court Orders

Kenyan President William Ruto defends the decision to allow the U.S. to establish an Ebola quarantine facility despite local protests and court orders. The U.S. continues construction at an air force base in Nanyuki, sparking controversy and leading to protests that turned deadly.

Against the backdrop of protests and legal challenges, Kenyan President William Ruto has affirmed the government's support for a U.S. Ebola quarantine facility in the country.

Speaking during a state visit to South Africa, Ruto emphasized that the decision was in the national interest despite public dissent.

Local protests in Nanyuki, where construction is underway, have resulted in fatalities, but the U.S. remains committed to its plan amid ongoing Ebola threats from neighboring regions.