Legal battle erupts over Kenya's secret Sh1.7 billion Ebola facility deal

Legal battle erupts over Kenya's secret Sh1.7 billion Ebola facility deal

Court told state has not released Sh1.7b Ebola facility deal

Legal battle erupts over Kenya's secret Sh1.7 billion Ebola facility deal

The government has faced criticism for withholding details of a Sh1.7 billion deal to build an Ebola quarantine facility. A legal challenge has now been launched against senior officials over the issue. Katiba Institute has taken action by filing an application to punish Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and the Attorney General. The move follows accusations that they defied court orders to disclose information about the project.

The Ministry of Health responded to requests by providing a 2016 cooperation framework instead. This document did not include the specific details sought regarding the quarantine facility. The case highlights ongoing concerns over transparency in government contracting. Court proceedings will determine whether the officials complied with legal requirements to release the requested records.

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