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Police Seize 200 Cartons of Illicit Alcohol in Nandi Raid

Patricia Waigwa March 25, 2026

On March 25, 2026, police in Nandi County arrested two suspects. Authorities recovered over 200 cartons of illicit alcohol during a targeted operation. The arrests form part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal liquor trade in the region. Details of the Arrest The raid occurred in Kilibwoni. It

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The Ginger Trap: Understanding the Surge of KC Ginger Among Kenyan Youth

Patricia Waigwa March 6, 2026

In recent years, Kenya has witnessed a dramatic shift in youth drinking habits. While past generations favored traditional brews or bottled beers, today’s young adults increasingly choose affordable, high-potency spirits. At the center of this trend is KC Ginger, a brand now synonymous with quick-fix drinking among young Kenyans. The Rise of Second-Generation Spirits

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From “Hangxiety” to Glow: Why Kenyans Are Quitting Alcohol in 2026

Alfonce Mutuku February 11, 2026

A quiet rebellion is sweeping through Nairobi’s and kenyans nightlife, and it’s not happening at the bottom of a glass. From Kilimani lounges to campus house parties, more Kenyans are choosing intermittent sobriety, not necessarily quitting forever, but taking long breaks to “reset” their bodies, minds, and wallets. And this shift is happening as the […]

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EABL CEO Jane Karuku Warns Illicit Alcohol Now 60% of East Africa Market

Alfonce Mutuku February 6, 2026

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) CEO Jane Karuku has warned that illicit alcohol has surged to “alarming levels” across the region, now accounting for 60 percent of the total alcohol market in East Africa. Speaking in an interview with The Trading Bell, Karuku said the balance has shifted sharply in just a few years. Where […]

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NACADA Flags Major Gaps in Kenya’s Rehabilitation Services

Patricia Waigwa January 15, 2026

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse has released a damning rehabilitation services report.The findings follow a nationwide inspection conducted in November 2025.The report exposes serious weaknesses in Kenya’s addiction treatment system. Nationwide Inspection Covered 36 Counties In a statement dated January 15, 2026, NACADA confirmed the

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Ruto Reappoints Reverend Dr Stephen Mairori to NACADA

Patricia Waigwa January 10, 2026

President William Ruto has reappointed Reverend Dr Stephen Mairori, EBS, as the Non-Executive Chairperson of NACADA.Moreover, his three-year term begins on January 20, 2026, reinforcing the government’s commitment to combating alcohol and drug abuse. Mairori’s Leadership and Religious BackgroundMairori, a respected religious and public leader, previously served as Senior

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Ruto Proposes Death Penalty for Drug Traffickers

Patricia Waigwa January 4, 2026

President William Ruto announced plans to draft a new law targeting drug and substance abuse offences. Moreover, the proposed legislation would make such crimes capital offences, punishable by hanging. Announcement in Uasin Gishu Speaking in Uasin Gishu on January 3, Ruto defended his tough stance. Additionally, he said he was ready to face consequences from […]