This archive report was first published on 6 July 2020.
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) has confirmed that two of its employees have tested positive for Covid-19, as the country continues to record a spike in positive cases.
According to an internal memo signed by Managing Director Naim Bilal, the affected staff have been isolated, and protocols have been activated to prevent further infection.
“Despite our good efforts, it has emerged that two of our staff have tested positive for Covid-19. While appropriate protocols have been activated to prevent infection from the affected staff, the situation calls for enhanced personal responsibility within and outside to protect ourselves, colleagues and families,” Bilal said.
The identities of the infected staff members have not been disclosed, nor has it been revealed whether they are journalists or support staff.
As a precautionary measure, the company has advised those who may have come into contact with the affected staff to get tested or self-isolate, and urged those feeling unwell to seek medical attention.
Kenya has so far recorded over 7,400 Covid-19 infections, including 160 deaths, in the past week.
