Speaking at a forum in the county, Kindiki asked the County commissioner to ensure that all people selling illicit
brews are apprehended and held accountable for their actions.
He also noted that illicit brew is
the main cause of stagnation among young people and the community at large.
"Our young people are losing themselves because of consuming illicit brews," Kindiki said.
Kindiki said that a new law on
license access should be brought to reduce the number of people selling alcohol
and help curb the issue of illicit brews.
"A new law should be enforced towards the access of licenses because nowadays clubs and places selling alcohol have become many in our community more than even churches and schools," he said.
This comes days after the residents of Mt.Kenya raised concerns over the return of illegal brews.
In Meru, 6000
litres of Changaa, brewing raw materials, were confiscated in a crackdown.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba
Murkomen has also been vocal in condemning the sale of illicit brews.
Speaking during a church service on
April 30, 2025, in Makutano, Meru county, the CS cautioned the local
administrators against neglecting their duties as the government intensifies its crackdown on illicit brew, emphasising the need for strict compliance.
Murkomen urged the chiefs to take
their responsibilities seriously in regard to taking strict action against
those who engage in illicit brew trade and use, warning that inaction would not
be tolerated.
“The reason why the government has
the chief and assistant chief is so that they keep an eye on all households and
it’s not possible for illicit brew to be sold at any village without the chief
or assistant chief’s awareness,” Murkomen said.
He also emphasised that the
responsibilities of chiefs go beyond their salaries as they are entrusted with
the well-being of their localities.
