Kenya's Ministry of Health announced that a second individual, a 39‑year‑old man linked to the first patient, has tested positive for Ebola.

The man was under the mandatory 21‑day quarantine when he developed fever, fatigue and joint pain; officials isolated him, collected samples and sent them to both the National Virology Reference Laboratory and the KEMRI‑CDC lab, where the tests confirmed infection.

Director General Dr. Patrick Amoth said Kenya has formally notified the World Health Organization under the International Health Regulations (2005) and that the response is now coordinated through a single national command established by the Public Health (Ebola Disease) Rules, 2026.

Health officials reminded the public that Ebola spreads only through direct contact with the blood or bodily fluids of infected or deceased persons and does not transmit through the air.

The ministry listed fever, unusual tiredness, muscle or joint pains, vomiting, diarrhoea and unexplained bleeding as warning signs that should prompt an immediate visit to the nearest health facility.

Authorities asked Kenyans to stay calm, respect the privacy of the affected family and refrain from circulating unverified information, directing any queries to the toll‑free line 719.

Despite the second case, the government confirmed that no restrictions have been placed on travel, trade or public gatherings, and that the country remains fully open.