Kenya is strengthening its Ebola preparedness at the Busia border crossing, its busiest land border, due to ongoing transmission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Although Kenya has recorded no cases of the Bundibugyo virus, thousands of people cross daily, making border workers and communities crucial to early warning. The World Health Organization and other partners are supporting Kenya's efforts to equip border points with screening and response capabilities. The move aims to prevent potential spread while maintaining vital trade and movement along the Northern Corridor.
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