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Covid-19: Kenya Acquires Mobile Labs to Combat Rising Cases

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 20 May 2020.

On May 20, 2020, Kenya received a significant boost in its fight against Covid-19 with the acquisition of two mobile laboratories and testing kits from Germany.

The Health ministry announced 66 new cases, bringing the national tally to 1,029. Of the new cases, 62 were Kenyans and 4 foreigners, not 2 as previously stated.

Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe extended the cessation of movement in and out of Eastleigh and Old Town estate in Mombasa until June 6. Malls and eateries will remain closed until the same date, the CS announced.

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