Kenya has confirmed one new Ebola case, bringing the country’s total to eight, according to an update issued on October 18, 2026.
The latest case involves a 49-year-old man who is not a healthcare worker. He reported fever, headache, and muscle pain, according to Dr. Patrick Amoth, Director General for Health, Kenya.
Health authorities said they tested 38 people on Sunday, with one testing positive.
The update did not provide further details about the man’s condition or possible source of infection.
