Gachagua meets Kiambu MCAs at his Karen residence

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Saturday met with Kiambu Members of County Assembly at his Karen residence in Nairobi.

The afternoon meeting saw the County Speaker Charles Thiong'o and his team update the DP on the progress of the Alcoholic Drinks Control Bill, 2024.

Gachagua noted that upon enactment, the law will provide a legal foundation and pillar in a successful war against illicit brews in Kiambu County.

The DP said this will be a milestone as they work towards sobering the nation for development.

"Congratulations to the County Assembly on this milestone," he said.

Gachagua has been leading the war against illicit alcohol and drug abuse, as guided by stringent measures adopted in March 2024.

Speaking on August 1, the DP said the government will not relent in its resolve to suppress the manufacture, distribution, sale and consumption of illicit brews.

He said the 25 stringent directives announced by the government on March 6, 2024, to curb illicit brew, drug, and substance abuse in the country have been effective.

He said the country has registered gains after fresh vetting of the alcohol manufacturers.

"It is a huge win for this administration with zero cost. This is a war we cannot relent because it is good for the country and has been successful," Gachagua said.