More than half of Kenyans have encountered false or misleading details regarding Ebola in the country, a recent survey shows.

According to findings from GeoPoll survey reports released on October 7, 2026, 52 per cent of respondents reported seeing information about Ebola in Kenya that they believe may be untrue or inaccurate.

Television emerged as the primary source of potentially misleading claims, cited by 29 per cent of those surveyed.

Digital platforms also featured heavily in public exposure to questionable coverage. Facebook followed closely, with 25 per cent of respondents pointing to it as a channel for doubtful statements, while TikTok accounted for 16 per cent.

Meanwhile, 10 per cent identified X, formerly known as Twitter, as a source of misleading content.

Interpersonal networks and traditional audio broadcasts contribute to the spread as well. Seven per cent of respondents noted encountering questionable information through friends and family, followed by radio at six per cent and WhatsApp at five per cent.

Video-sharing platform YouTube was cited by two per cent of participants, with all other remaining sources accounting for just one per cent.

The survey highlighting these figures comes amidst ongoing coverage of an Ebola virus outbreak. Recent reports indicate cases in a neighbouring region, prompting health authorities to maintain a high level of alert and advising travellers to exercise precautions.