Kenya minister found in contempt of court over US-backed Ebola centre (opens original article in a new tab)

Kenya's Health Minister was found in contempt of court for allowing the construction of a US-funded Ebola quarantine facility despite a court order to stop it, with protests and public health concerns raised.

• Kenya's Health Minister Aden Duale found guilty of contempt of court for allowing construction of US-funded Ebola quarantine facility
• Judge ruled that Duale ignored court order to stop construction, stating government could not recharacterize ongoing work to avoid compliance
• Protests in Nanyuki led to three deaths as police dispersed demonstrators, with rights group warning of public health risks