The German government is aiding Kenya’s capacity expansion to test more Covid-19 cases as the country battles the virus.
Under the arrangement, the German government announced it is supporting the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) to utilise its laboratories and staff to offer more testing for Covid-19 in Kenya, expanding the number of institutions capable of confirming the infections.
The acting director general for Health Dr Patrick Amoth and ILRI's Director General Jimmy Smith sealed the deal on Monday, facilitated by the German Federal Government, in Nairobi., which was represented by Annett Gunther, the German Ambassador to Kenya.
"We are pleased to be part of this partnership to expand testing for Covid-19 and we welcome ILRI and Germany's support in this area," said Dr Amoth
Having a long-standing relationship with the Government of Kenya, we are committed to supporting its efforts during this pandemic and through one health Center to contribute to mitigating future risks," said Mr Smith.
I salute the innovative approach of ILRI to expand Covid-19 testing capacities," said Annett Gunther, German Ambassador to Kenya.
