10 h. ago NACADA seizes Sh1.4mn worth of counterfeit alcohol in Murang’a

MURANG’A, Kenya, Aug 19 – Kahuho Market in Murang’a County was the scene of a high-stakes operation on Monday night after the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), working in collaboration with the Murang’a Police Command, seized counterfeit alcohol valued at Sh1.4 million. The raid, conducted around 8:00 p.m. the […]

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13 h. ago Women MPs Demand Action Against Nakuru Club Over Viral School Uniform Video

The Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) has condemned a Nakuru club whose employees danced wearing primary school uniforms, terming the action not only distasteful but also illegal. In a Monday statement, KEWOPA said the video violated Section 46 of the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act (2010), the Children Act (2022), and NACADA Alcoholic Drinks Control (Promotions) Guidelines, which explicitly prohibit promotions that link alcohol to children or use school-based imagery. The MPs noted that the actions encourage underage drinking and risk sexualising children. KEWOPA implored the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), the Kenya Film Classification The post Women MPs Demand Action Against Nakuru Club Over Viral School Uniform Video appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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13 h. ago Murkomen Orders Crackdown on Cannabis Edibles in Kiambu, Nairobi

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced sweeping measures to combat the rising cases of illicit alcohol and drug abuse in Kiambu and Nairobi counties. Speaking in Kiambu Town on Monday, August 18, Murkomen warned that the government will revoke licenses of all alcohol outlets and factories found engaging in the sale or production of illegal brews. He said he will convene a meeting with security heads from both counties to plan the crackdown, noting that the government had initially licensed businesses for clean operations but many had reverted to illegal manufacturing and distribution. “When we take action against illegal The post Murkomen Orders Crackdown on Cannabis Edibles in Kiambu, Nairobi appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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37 h. ago Nigerian National Jailed 8 Years in Nairobi for Cocaine Trafficking

A Nairobi court has sentenced Nigerian national Alabi Tunde Lateef to eight years in prison after finding him guilty of trafficking cocaine worth nearly Ksh890,800. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) announced on Saturday, August 16, that the Milimani Law Courts convicted Lateef after the prosecution presented strong evidence that proved the case beyond reasonable doubt. Investigators told the court that on September 11, 2017, police arrested Lateef in two separate locations while in possession of narcotics. At the General Post Office (GPO) in Nairobi’s Central Business District, he was caught moving 75.4 grammes of cocaine valued The post Nigerian National Jailed 8 Years in Nairobi for Cocaine Trafficking appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 d. ago EABL's parent company Diageo could exit Kenyan market amid new proposed alcohol regulations

EABL's parent company Diageo could exit Kenyan market amid new proposed alcohol regulations  MSN

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3 d. ago Nigerian man jailed for 8 years in Kenya for trafficking cocaine worth Ksh.890K

Nigerian man jailed for 8 years in Kenya for trafficking cocaine worth Ksh.890K  Citizen Digital

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3 d. ago Crackdown on Alcohol in Kenya Risks Fueling Illicit Brew Market

Crackdown on Alcohol in Kenya Risks Fueling Illicit Brew Market  Vellum Kenya

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4 d. ago NACADA busts notorious drug trafficker in Kisii, recovers Sh2mn cannabis

The raid targeted multiple hideouts linked to a well-established narcotics syndicate, leading to the recovery of a significant stash of cannabis sativa.

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4 d. ago Diageo faces tough choices in Kenya as new alcohol regulations bite

Diageo faces tough choices in Kenya as new alcohol regulations bite  Semafor

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6 d. ago PHOTOS: U.S. is building a Sh1.2B special runway in Kenya, here's what's in store

PHOTOS: U.S. is building a Sh1.2B special runway in Kenya, here's what's in store  Pulselive Kenya

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6 d. ago “Government is Investing in You, Don’t Waste It,” Oparanya Tells Youth

Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSME Development Wycliffe Oparanya has called on Kenyan youth to seize the opportunities the government has set aside for them, cautioning that such chances may never come twice. Speaking on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, during International Youth Day celebrations at Masinde Muliro University Grounds in Kakamega County, Oparanya appreciated President William Ruto for placing youth empowerment as a national priority. “I want to thank you (Ruto) for the good work you are doing. Our youth have something to do. You are heavily investing in the youth population,” he said. Turning to the crowd of young The post “Government is Investing in You, Don’t Waste It,” Oparanya Tells Youth appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 d. ago Pavilion Kipkosgei Denies Attacking and Robbing Bella Comedy

Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga has charged Bernard Kipkosgei Koyumi, also known as Pavilion Kipkosgei, over the violent robbery and assault of comedian Carren Chepchumba, popularly known as Bella Comedy, during a cultural festival at Carnivore Gardens in Nairobi. Pavilion Kipkosgei appeared before the Kibera Law Courts on Tuesday, August 12, to answer charges of robbery with violence and assault causing actual bodily harm. In a statement issued the same day, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) said the accused allegedly stole Ksh30,000 in cash and a Redmi 14 Pro smartphone worth Ksh26,000 from Bella The post Pavilion Kipkosgei Denies Attacking and Robbing Bella Comedy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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6 d. ago SocialBoosting TikTok Followers: Are They Worth It for Growing Accounts?

The TikTok growth landscape in 2025 presents unprecedented challenges for content creators seeking to build meaningful audiences. With over 1.8 billion active users and millions of videos uploaded daily, standing out from the crowd requires strategic thinking beyond just creating great content. This reality has led many creators to explore whether SocialBoosting TikTok followers represent a worthwhile investment for accelerating account growth, or if the risks outweigh the potential benefits. The Economics of TikTok Growth Building a substantial TikTok following organically can take months or even years, depending on your niche, content quality, and posting consistency. For creators looking to The post SocialBoosting TikTok Followers: Are They Worth It for Growing Accounts? appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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9 d. ago Man suspected of stealing from tourist in Maasai Mara arrested

NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 10 – A man suspected of stealing from a Greek tourist at the Maasai Mara Game Park, has been apprehended by police. The middle-aged man is alleged to have made away with valuables and cash worth millions of shillings. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations says the suspect joined the tourist and his […] The post Man suspected of stealing from tourist in Maasai Mara arrested appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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1 week ago Kenya: Ruto Govt's Sweeping Alcohol Control Plan Sparks Fresh Outrage | Firstpost Africa | N18G

Kenya: Ruto Govt's Sweeping Alcohol Control Plan Sparks Fresh Outrage | Firstpost Africa | N18G  Firstpost

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1 week ago Kenya’s proposed alcohol law threatens online deliveries, and your weekend plans

Kenya’s proposed alcohol law threatens online deliveries, and your weekend plans  TechCabal

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1 week ago Duo Charged Over Ksh1.1M Blood Kit Theft at Kenyatta Hospital

Two men were on Wednesday charged in a Nairobi court for allegedly stealing blood collection equipment worth over Ksh1.1 million from Kenyatta National Hospital. The suspects, Henry Theuri and Erick Otieno Omedo, are accused of stealing four cartons containing 24 automated blood collection kits and one carton of ordinary blood bags. The items, valued at Ksh1,125,870, are owned by the Nairobi Region Blood Transfusion Centre.. Prosecutors allege that the incident took place on July 29, 2025, within the hospital compound. In addition to the joint theft charges, Omedo faces another charge of dealing in suspected stolen goods. According to the The post Duo Charged Over Ksh1.1M Blood Kit Theft at Kenyatta Hospital appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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1 week ago Why Kenya’s alcohol debate needs sober engagement, not ultimatums

Why Kenya’s alcohol debate needs sober engagement, not ultimatums  Business Daily

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1 week ago EACC raids offices and homes of 6 top Busia County officials in Sh1.4bn tender probe

The suspects are alleged to have amassed unexplained wealth not commensurate with their known legitimate sources of income thus liable to forfeiture to the Government.

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1 week ago OPINION: When Farmers Fall Prey – Unmasking the Crisis of Counterfeit Agrochemicals in Kenya

In the hands of a Kenyan farmer, every seed represents hope—hope for a bountiful harvest, for school fees, for food on the table, and for dignity earned through honest work. Yet that hope is being quietly eroded by the growing menace of counterfeit agrochemicals that promise growth but deliver destruction. Findings from the Anti-Counterfeit Authority’s […] The post OPINION: When Farmers Fall Prey – Unmasking the Crisis of Counterfeit Agrochemicals in Kenya appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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