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Former Chief Justice David Maraga has criticised President William Ruto's administration over the controversial Ebola-related arrangement involving the United States, demanding answers about the government's earlier decisions.

Maraga questioned the circumstances surrounding deaths linked to the controversy and challenged the government to account for its actions. He argued that the latest announcement by the Ministry of Health did not address all the concerns raised when the facility was first proposed.

His remarks come after Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced a change in the country's position on Wednesday, November 11, during a media briefing at Afya House.

Duale stated that Kenya would not hold foreign travellers to meet entry requirements imposed by their destination countries. He also clarified that the Ministry would not issue quarantine certificates or Ebola-free travel documents for such purposes.

The announcement followed public concerns and protests over the proposed Ebola-related facility in Laikipia, which was linked to an arrangement involving the administration of US President Donald Trump.

The Health CS, however, declined to discuss the future of the facility, saying the matter was already before the courts.

Meanwhile, Kenya has reported progress in its Ebola response after discharging its last patient and releasing the final 11 people who had been under monitoring.

The country has now started the mandatory 42-day countdown towards being declared Ebola-free. The declaration is expected around December 23, 2026, provided no new infections are recorded.

Maraga's latest criticism has renewed public attention on the government's handling of the arrangement and the questions raised by Kenyans.

His demand for accountability also puts pressure on the administration to explain the decisions made before the latest announcement.

As the country continues its Ebola monitoring process, Kenyans will be watching how the government addresses the concerns surrounding the Laikipia facility and the agreement.