Fifteen suspects were arrested during a series of crackdowns on alcohol dispensing outlets in Mombasa County, led by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA). 

The operations, which took place in Bamburi, Kisauni, and the Central Business District, targeted establishments flouting regulations under the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act (ADCA) 2010.

NACADA Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Anthony Omerikwa, confirmed that the arrested individuals were found in violation of various requirements, including operating without proper licenses, selling alcohol to minors, and stocking illicit brews. All suspects are currently undergoing legal proceedings.

“In total, we visited fourteen establishments within Bamburi, Kisauni, and the Central Business District areas of Mombasa County, and cumulatively fifteen suspects were placed in custody for flouting various requirements of the regulations and laws related to alcohol dispensing outlets. All of them are undergoing due court,” said the CEO.

He added: “These crackdowns are part of our broader mission to ensure compliance with the ADCA 2010, reduce the availability of harmful alcoholic products, and protect the public, especially vulnerable groups like the youth.” 

The multi-agency operation is part of the government’s sustained effort to suppress the supply of harmful drugs and unregulated alcohol, which pose significant social and health risks.

Dr. Omerikwa reiterated NACADA’s commitment to public health and safety, stating that the crackdowns are crucial in reducing alcohol abuse and its associated challenges.