Covid-19: Kenyans brace for sixth wave

A medical worker collects a sample for Covid-19 testing.

A medical worker collects a sample for Covid-19 testing. PHOTO | FILE | NMG

By  Hellen Shikanda  &  ANGELA OKETCH

What you need to know:

  • Panel of experts says the wave will take about 40 days and is likely to be milder than the previous ones.
  • The new wave is attributed to a number of factors such as ignoring public health protocols and guidelines.

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