The Ministry of Health in Kenya has announced new measures to prevent the spread of Ebola into the country.All incoming travellers may soon need to show certified exit surveillance reports from their home countries.These reports will be shared with airlines and other transport operators.

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said the government is also thinking of introducing a mandatory 21-day quarantine for people arriving from high-risk areas.Screening must happen in the country of origin before one enters Kenya, especially from the 10 countries already under watch at our entry points.The country is on high alert with surveillance stepped up at all 26 points of entry.So far, 25 counties have been classified as very high risk or high risk.Very high-risk counties include Nairobi, Mombasa, Uasin Gishu, Busia, Kisumu, Bungoma, Trans Nzoia, Siaya, West Pokot, Turkana, Homa Bay and Migori.High-risk ones are Vihiga, Kakamega, Nakuru, Kericho, Nandi, Kiambu, Machakos, Kilifi, Makueni, Taita Taveta, Isiolo, Elgeyo Marakwet and Garissa.In the last 24 hours, over 13,000 travellers were screened, bringing the total to around 67,000.The ministry is scaling up risk communication so that Kenyans know what to do.People should keep high hygiene standards and visit health facilities if they feel unwell instead of buying medicine from chemists.Kenya remains vigilant as Ebola concerns grow in neighbouring countries.These steps aim to protect public health while allowing normal travel where possible.