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Current drugs and substance use in Kenya

Among population aged 15-65

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by ROSA MUMANYI

News24 June 2024 - 18:34
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In Summary


  • According to Nacada Strategic Plan 2023-27, one in every 53 Kenyans aged 15-65 is currently using bhang.

Cannabis sativa, popularly known as bhang is the most abused drug in Kenya among people aged 15-65 years.

According to Nacada Strategic Plan 2023-27, one in every 53 Kenyans aged 15-65 is currently using bhang.

The report also shows that one in every 333 females uses prescription drugs.

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