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The matter was raised during a debate in the National Assembly, where several MPs shared personal experiences and concerns about the safety risks pose...
The government had set new prices after negotiations, with Grade 1 miraa expected to sell at Sh1,300 per kilogram, Grade 2 at Sh700 and Allele at Sh1,...
The market, located in Ziwani, will provide a more conducive environment for Miraa businesses, which have long faced challenges with inadequate space...
CS Kagwe explained that the government is committed to addressing market access challenges and opening new export opportunities for Kenyan miraa.
Senator Murungi said the low prices and the influence of cartels in the miraa industry have further compounded the crisis for farmers.
The bill aims to amend existing legislation to exclude cathinone and cathine substances found in the miraa crop (Catha edulis) from being classified a...
The petitioners argued that the restrictions imposed on the herbs were unconstitutional, illegal and amount irregularity – seeking the High Court to n...
According to one imam, Friday sermons are ideal venues for raising awareness on drug users' need to modify their behaviour.
President Ruto emphasised the government's commitment to combating drug and substance abuse in the coastal region and other parts of Kenya, noting thi...
For the past few weeks, political and religious leaders from the Coastal counties have reaffirmed their stance on banning muguka
During a stakeholders' meeting at the Kenya School of Government in Mombasa County on Friday, the leaders said that they were finally ready to meet th...
Justice Olga Sewe of Mombasa High Court, however, declined to suspend the directive as sought by the traders.
Anna Mwanzia, a muguka trader, said the outrageous taxes had forced most of them to close shops and venture into other businesses.
Anyone found manufacturing, importing, or selling plastic bags is liable to a fine of up to Sh5.2 million or a jail sentence of up to four years.
Baya added that the leaders were heading to firm instructions from their constituents and driven by their conscience to protect the generations from b...
MP Mwashako declared that coast leaders will reject the entry of the product into the region.
According to the governor, he first reached out to traders, pleaded with them to intervene, and highlighted that 30 per cent of individuals consuming...
This move is part of a broader effort to tackle the issue of drug abuse in Kwale County and ensure the youth can thrive in a drug-free environment.
According to Baya, his move is pushed by the increased use of the two crops by youths across the country, a habit he has described as detrimental to t...
The Defence CS noted that Kenya should not jeopardise the health and future of its youth to the benefit a few "self-centred" individuals profiting fro...
He notes that only 10 per cent of the over 4,500 patients treated at John Mututho Empowerment Centre (JOMEC) have recovered from their addiction to mu...
A study led by Kenya's well-known psychiatrist, Prof. Lukoye Atwoli, along with 13 other experts, reveals that people who chew khat often experience p...
President Ruto noted that while the government is committed to the fight against drugs, illicit brews, and other illegal substances, muguka is recogni...
Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has banned the entry, transportation, distribution, sale, and use of Muguka and its products within Mombasa County.
According to a report by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (Nacada) in 2023, Miraa and Muguka were listed as drug...
A section of Kwale residents have called on their governor, Fatuma Acahani, to ban the sale and consumption of muguka in the county.
Scientific evidence highlighting Muguka's detrimental effects on mental health and its broader social, economic, and environmental impacts also signif...
The stringent measures are part of a broader crackdown on the sale and use of these stimulants, led by Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir.
Governor Mbarire urged traders to collaborate with the county government, especially the selected compliance officials, to ensure compliance.
