STORY By MWINGI TIMES CORRESPONDENT
A measles outbreak in Ngomeni ward, Mwingi North has claimed two lives of Kavonokya adherents. The sect does not embrace immunization as a way of managing the spread of illnesses.
Confirming the incident to MWINGI TIMES, Kyuso Deputy County Commissioner Reuben Kimosop said the two victims were siblings.
Further, the DCC disclosed that six other children taken ill were receiving treatment at Ngomeni Health Centre which is in Kitui County. The epicentre of the outbreak of measles is Kavaani and Mitamisyi locations.
The administrator cautioned the Kavonokya sect to adhere to health regulations in order to fight the spread of measles in the area. He said those who will resist immunization will be arrested and taken to court
"Even after their family members fell sick, they kept it secret ultimately resulting in deaths", regretted the Kyuso DCC.
Other local administrators are assisting the Kyuso DCC Mr Kimosop in curbing the measles outbreak through community mobilization. They include the ward administrator, village administrators, police and Ngomeni Assistant County Commissioner.
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