Authorities worried over rise in illicit alcohol in Kirinyaga
Authorities in Kirinyaga County, Kenya, have launched a crackdown on illicit alcohol, citing it as a major threat to public health and community stability. Officials expressed alarm that the county has the highest concentration of illegal alcohol brands in the region.
Why it matters
The prevalence of illicit alcohol poses a significant public health crisis and economic burden, prompting local government intervention to prevent long-term social decline.
Security personnel in Kirinyaga County have expressed concerns over the numerous brands of illicit alcohol being sold in the area. Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kianyaga in Gichugu, the county police commander, Anderson Njagi, said that security apparatus and relevant authorities were now prioritising the fight against illicit liquor business.
Having served the county for a month, Njagi said he was deeply troubled by how the illicit trade that is detrimental to the health of the locals had penetrated within Kirinyaga County. He expressed concerns with data that shows Kirinyaga has the highest number of illicit alcohol as compared to other counties which have larger populations.
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