“There will be no Ebola millionaires,” Duale said, assuring Kenyans that the government was committed to transparency and accountability.
The CS's warning comes after concerns over the misuse of public funds during the COVID-19 pandemic. At the time, some individuals were accused of using their connections to secure government tenders for medical supplies, including personal protective equipment.
Duale said the government would not allow a repeat of such cases during the Ebola response. He also warned individuals against approaching the Ministry of Health in search of tenders that do not follow proper procedures.
He challenged those spreading claims about large amounts of money being available for Ebola-related tenders, saying there was no such KSh70 billion allocation.
The CS's remarks come as Kenya continues to strengthen its efforts to control the Ebola outbreak. The Ministry of Health has been working with county governments, health workers and development partners to manage the situation.
The government has also promised to account for support received from local and international partners and explain how the money is spent.
Duale's statement is expected to reassure Kenyans that public resources meant to protect lives will not be used for personal gain.
He maintained that fighting Ebola must remain the government's priority, with funds directed towards protecting the public and strengthening the country's health system.
The CS's message was clear: anyone who attempts to use the Ebola outbreak to enrich themselves will not be tolerated.
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