This archive report was first published on 15 May 2020.
On May 16, 2020, the Kenyan government was set to announce new measures to contain the COVID-19 pandemic in the country.
The announcement came as the government extended the 21-day curfew by another 21 days, sparking concerns among citizens.
President Uhuru Kenyatta was expected to address the nation and outline the new measures, including the fate of the curfew extension.
The government had previously implemented various measures to combat the spread of the virus, including a nationwide curfew, closure of schools, and restrictions on public gatherings.
As the pandemic continued to spread, the government was under pressure to take further action to protect the public.
