Leprosy remains a public health concern in Kenya, with fluctuating cases recorded since 2015.
According to the National Tuberculosis Status Report 2025, the number of leprosy cases increased from 77 in 2023 to 97 in 2024.
The highest number of cases was recorded in 2019, with 159 patients.
Leprosy is a chronic but curable infectious disease that primarily causes skin lesions and nerve damage.
Despite global efforts to eradicate it, Kenya still reports cases, especially in endemic regions.
The rise in cases calls for enhanced surveillance, early diagnosis, and treatment to prevent further transmission.
