Government to Work With Religious Leaders in the Fight Against illicit Brews

The government will involve the Church and religious leaders in the ongoing nationwide crackdown on illicit brews and drug abuse, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced. 

Speaking on Thursday, March 21, Gachagua noted that the task requires concerted effort while urging families not to hide their alcohol-addicted kin. 

"We need you and your participation, the government cannot win this war alone. Soon we will start engagements with spiritual leaders to deliberate on how we can win the war. The role of the Church is key to the sanity of this nation," the Deputy President told the clergy. 

He argued that illegal alcoholic drinks, drugs, and substance abuse posed a serious problem with overwhelming effects on the social and economic development of the nation.

"Almost every family is affected by alcoholism and has suffered the brunt of the menace. We urge families to speak out," said the Deputy President.

He added, "We have agreed with President William Ruto and Interior Cabinet Secretary Prof Kithure Kindiki that the government has to save the country from destruction by illegal alcohol drinks and drugs. The stringent measures deployed by the government in the crackdown are to restore the building of the economy and save a generation."