Kenya minister found in contempt of court over US-backed Ebola centre

Kenya's Minister Aden Duale has been found in contempt of court for disregarding a High Court order. The order had instructed him to halt construction on a US-funded Ebola centre, but Duale defied the directive and allowed building work to continue. The facility has been a subject of controversy, sparking opposition from local residents and politicians. Duale's actions have now landed him in legal trouble, with the court ruling against him for contempt.

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