Kenya Eliminates Sleeping Sickness, Boosting Public Health Safely

Kenya has eliminated human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) as a public health problem, marking a major victory against this deadly, tsetse fly–transmitted disease that primarily affects rural populations. This achievement reflects sustained efforts in vector control, case detection, and treatment, underscoring the importance of continued vigilance and integrated strategies to prevent disease resurgence and protect communities at risk. Maintaining these measures can help safeguard health and support economic growth in affected regions.