Two people shot dead amid Kenya protests against US Ebola quarantine centre plan
Summary
Two people were shot dead in Nanyuki, Kenya, during protests against a US plan to open an Ebola quarantine center near a military base. The Kenyan government and US officials support the center, but local groups and the court have raised health and safety concerns.Key Facts
- The deaths occurred near Laikipia Airbase, close to where protests were held against the Ebola center.
- Protesters blocked roads and burned tires while police used tear gas to disperse them.
- The Ebola center will have 50 beds and be staffed by US medical workers to treat US citizens.
- Kenya has not had any Ebola cases but faces fears of infection from the new facility.
- Kenya’s High Court suspended the opening of the center after concerns about risks were raised.
- President William Ruto said he approved the plan after a request from US President Donald Trump.
- The government says it has measures to protect Kenya, while some local groups oppose the project.
- Military flights have continued at the base despite the court’s suspension order.
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