Gachagua was serious on Mt Kenya illicit brews, Kindiki is not: Kuria
NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 20 – Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has accused Deputy President Kithure Kindiki of failing to tackle the spread of illicit brews in the Mt Kenya region,…
Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has criticized Deputy President Kithure Kindiki for not doing enough to combat the spread of illicit brews in the Mt Kenya region, while praising Rigathi Gachagua's efforts on the issue. Kuria expressed disagreement with Kindiki's political decisions, stating that Gachagua was more serious about tackling the problem during his time in government.
However, Kuria singled out Gachagua's approach to illicit brews as commendable, highlighting Kindiki's current handling of the issue as lacking effectiveness. The former Cabinet Secretary's comments come in response to a video featuring a woman pleading for community action against excessive drinking and the negative impact of alcohol on families and young people.
The government has been actively cracking down on illegal alcohol outlets, with 18,650 liquor stores closed and 14 illegal distilleries shut down. Thousands of raids have also taken place, leading to the seizure of hundreds of thousands of liters of illicit brews and counterfeit alcohol.
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