Kenya: Kindiki Orders Fresh Inspection of Alcohol Makers in Illicit Brew Crackdown
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has ordered fresh inspections of all alcohol manufacturing premises across the country as the government intensifies its crackdown on illicit brews and alcohol-related harm.
Nairobi — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has mandated a fresh inspection of all alcohol production facilities nationwide as the Kenyan government escalates its campaign against illicit brews and alcohol-related harm. Kindiki instructed the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, alongside enforcement and regulatory bodies, to re-inspect every alcohol manufacturing site and verify if they adhere to the necessary standards and regulations.
This order came after a meeting with Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, and heads of respective agencies, where Kindiki received an update on ongoing efforts and future plans. Intelligence-driven, multi-agency operations have been effectively disrupting illicit alcohol cartels, breaking down supply chains, and shutting down unauthorized production facilities.
The government's intensified efforts expand upon its existing comprehensive approach to combating illicit alcohol and drug abuse. The Interior Ministry, responsible for coordinating and overseeing government operations across counties, will play a crucial role in overseeing alcoholic drinks and rehab accreditation. Kindiki has previously directed authorities to monitor every stage of the alcohol supply chain to ensure products meet health and safety standards.
The government has enlisted agencies like the Kenya Bureau of Standards, Kenya Revenue Authority, Anti-Counterfeit Authority, and the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse to join the multi-agency response. It has also announced plans to establish rehabilitation centers in every county, with each facility costing approximately Sh60 million, totaling around Sh2.82 billion for 47 centers.
Additionally, Kindiki has tasked Murkomen with convening a sector forum to discuss licensing, regulation, and cooperation between national and county governments in the alcohol trade and rehabilitation services. The government emphasizes the urgent need for a coordinated response to address the economic and social impacts of alcohol and drug abuse, such as addiction, its effects on families, and reduced productivity.
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