The Laikipia county government plans to cut bar outlets in the region in half to bolster the fight against illicit brews and second-generation alcoholic beverages.
According to Governor Joshua Irungu, nearly 3,000 additional liquor license applicants have applied, but the county administration plans to limit operational outlets to less than 1,500.
He stated that his administration is devoted to dealing with narcotics, substance misuse, and drunkenness, which he believes discourages the younger generation.
On the outskirts of a meeting of consultation bringing together county administration and security agencies from the county, among other key stakeholders, the government stated on Wednesday in Rimuruti that members of the public will have a chance to challenge the bars that will be approved.
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Even though the program faces various hurdles, the governor stated that individuals wishing to contest the decision through regal redress would only be successful if this were a cooperative engagement with appropriate government agencies.
County Commissioner Joseph Kanyiri shared the comments, stating that people involved in producing and selling illegal brews will not be allowed.
He emphasized the need for bar owners to exercise prudence and adhere to the sale of alcoholic beverages, stating that anyone discovered breaking the law would not be spared.
According to the authorities, lowering bars will aid in the fight against rising alcoholism, which has afflicted many young people in the area.
They claim that Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's war against counterfeit booze and illicit brews will bear fruit if all parties are dedicated to the effort.
Individuals who issue threats to government personnel will be dealt with appropriately, no one will obstruct the exercise, and security agents will step up their crackdown on those who violate liquor regulations.
