This archive report was first published on 27 August 2021.
On August 27, 2021, the government denied reports of fake COVID-19 vaccines in the country.
According to reports, the fake vaccines were allegedly brought into Kenya through Uganda, following a warning from the World Health Organisation (WHO) about the existence of fake Covid-19 vaccines circulating in Uganda.
The WHO had asked neighbouring countries to be on high alert.
Government Spokesman Cyrus Oguna spoke out on the issue, assuring Kenyans that the vaccines in hospitals countrywide are genuine.
"The government cannot allow fake vaccines to enter into the country," he stated.
Oguna also raised concerns about individuals who were taking advantage of the vaccination process by selling their places in line for a fee of Sh100.
"We are aware of people who have already been vaccinated twice but they are conducting business. They wake up in the morning, go to the vaccination centres to line up for the jab, only to later sell their space at Sh100; this is wrong. Those found selling their lines in the vaccination centres will be arrested and charged in court. The jab is free," said Oguna.
The spokesman also clarified that the country is currently administering Moderna and AstraZeneca jabs, and that reports of other vaccines were fake.
