Police seize suspected Sh45m ethanol cargo, arrest two near Namanga border
Kenyan police arrested two suspects near the Namanga border for transporting 122 drums of illegal ethanol valued at Sh45 million. The seizure occurred after the transport truck stalled on the highway, leading to an investigation into tax evasion.
Why it matters
Highlights ongoing efforts by regional authorities to combat smuggling and tax evasion, which significantly impact the local economy and border security.
Police officers inspect seized ethanol in Namanga, Kajiado County, on July 4, 2026./HANDOUT
The report relies on official police statements and eyewitness accounts without editorializing.
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