A court in Kenya has suspended the project to establish a quarantine center for American citizens exposed to Ebola.

A court in Kenya suspended on Friday a plan to establish a quarantine facility for American citizens exposed to the Ebola virus, following negative reactions from health workers and human rights activists.

Judge Patricia Nyaundi ordered the halt of the agreement, awaiting a decision following a legal challenge. The plan was criticized for being established in secret and unilaterally, raising serious constitutional concerns. Activists warn that bringing Ebola-exposed individuals to Kenya, which has no known cases, could increase the risk of virus transmission. Although the U.S. announced a commitment of $13.5 million for Ebola preparedness in Kenya, the details of the quarantine plan remain unclear.

The Kenya Medical Association issued a strike warning, accusing the government of endangering public health. At the same time, health authorities in the DRC are facing an Ebola outbreak, and the situation is complicated by conflicts and lack of resources.