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title: "Deadly Protests in Kenya: Court Halts Construction of US Ebola Center"
description: "🇰🇪 Two people died in Kenya during protests against the creation of a US quarantine center for Ebola. The court has suspended construction, but the US continues to deliver equipment. Washington insists on the project, accusing local authorities of ignoring risks. 🦠🚫"
date: 2026-06-03T10:23:20.000Z
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# Deadly Protests in Kenya: Court Halts Construction of US Ebola Center

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A serious political and humanitarian crisis has erupted in Kenya against the backdrop of US attempts to create a quarantine center for citizens who have come into contact with the Ebola virus. The situation in the central part of the country has escalated into an armed confrontation that has claimed lives, forcing the country's judicial system to intervene in the implementation of the international project.

### Casualties of Protests in Nanyuki

On Monday, in the town of Nanyuki, where the facility was planned to be built, hundreds of people took to the streets demanding the cancellation of the project. The rally turned into clashes with the police. Protest organizer Patrick Wahome stated that two people died from gunshot wounds after law enforcement officers opened fire on demonstrators. A source within the security forces confirmed the deaths of two people but declined to comment on the cause of death. Police spokesperson Michael Muchiri, for his part, stated that he was unaware of these incidents.

### Judicial Intervention and Secret Shipments

On Tuesday, High Court of Kenya judge Patricia Nyauondi issued a strict ruling prohibiting the government from taking any action to construct or operate the facility until the case is resolved. The court also ordered the authorities to disclose all agreements and protocols related to the project within seven days. The next hearing is scheduled for June 23.

Despite the fact that the court had temporarily suspended the implementation of the plan the previous week in response to a lawsuit by a human rights organization, Reuters reports that US military aircraft continued to deliver personnel and equipment in recent days. This indicates that Washington sought to force events, even in the face of legal barriers.

### US Position: "The Ideal Solution"

Washington insists on the necessity of the center, despite the outrage of the local population. High-ranking US Health Department official Mehmet Oz stated at the White House that the Trump administration is confident in the success of negotiations. "I think we will be able to agree... on very favorable terms with Kenya. They will do what is right for everyone," Oz emphasized.

However, an anonymous source among US diplomats revealed the true purpose of the facility: the center in Nanyuki will treat exclusively US citizens. "US officials, doctors, and clinicians will work at this facility, treating US citizens there. Our top priority is containing the spread of Ebola," the diplomat said. Patients who develop symptoms must be referred for treatment to other countries.

### Kenya's Position and Geopolitical Context

Kenyan President William Ruto is trying to defend the project, calling it part of a long-term partnership with Washington. He noted that the US has allocated $13.5 million for preparedness measures to combat Ebola and assured that the center will serve both Kenyans and foreigners. "We are a responsible government. We know what we are doing," Ruto said.

At the same time, protesters accuse the US of shifting health risks onto Kenyans. The outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola is concentrated in the Democratic Republic of Congo (321 confirmed cases, 48 deaths) and partially in Uganda (15 cases). The US administration stated that it "cannot and will not allow" any sick person to enter US territory, unlike the 2014–2016 epidemic.