Government Targets Illicit Alcohol Cartels with Asset Seizure
Legislative proposals to seize assets of illicit alcohol cartels
The government has finalized legislative proposals to tighten enforcement on manufacturers and distributors of illicit alcohol.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that a permanent coordinating mechanism has been established to bring together all state agencies to fight the illicit alcohol and drug trade.
Key Measures
- Legislation on forfeiture, asset seizure, and confiscation of funds from cartel networks
- Proceeds from seized assets to support rehabilitation of people struggling with addiction
- Traditional brews meeting Kenya Bureau of Standards requirements to be formalized and licensed
Source: KBC Digital. AI-assisted summary.
