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 Senators seek clarity on Somalia's suspension of miraa flights from Kenyan 
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Dec 14, 2024

Senator Murungi said the low prices and the influence of cartels in the miraa industry have further compounded the crisis for farmers.

Pharmaceutical Society opposes amendments to Narcotic Drugs Bill
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 28, 2024

The bill aims to amend existing legislation to exclude cathinone and cathine substances found in the miraa crop (Catha edulis) from being classified a...

How Muslim clerics are helping members stay away from drug abuse
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 14, 2024

According to one imam, Friday sermons are ideal venues for raising awareness on drug users' need to modify their behaviour.

Ruto's pledge as meeting with Coast leaders over muguka ban finally takes place
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 24, 2024

President Ruto emphasised the government's commitment to combating drug and substance abuse in the coastal region and other parts of Kenya, noting thi...

Coast leaders ready for Monday meeting with Ruto on muguka ban
Mishi Gongo  |  Jun 22, 2024

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...

CS Duale reaffirms stance against miraa and muguka, wants them banned
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 01, 2024

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...

NACADA ex-chair John Mututho issues warning on miraa, muguka abuse
Amina Wako  |  Jun 01, 2024

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...

Ruto nullifies muguka ban, calls consultative meeting
Mary Wambui  |  May 27, 2024

President Ruto noted that while the government is committed to the fight against drugs, illicit brews, and other illegal substances, muguka is recogni...

Kenya-Somalia ties: From frosty relations to a flourishing bond
Amina Wako  |  May 11, 2024

The two countries signed a political consultation deal which enables them to engage in regular discussions and exchange views on matters of mutual int...

Kenya, Somalia to ink miraa trade deal in May
Amina Wako  |  Apr 24, 2024

The agreement aims to ensure steady economic benefits and establish a legal framework for miraa trade between the two neighbouring countries.

Kenyan Government issues ultimatum to miraa transporters
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Dec 05, 2023

Those who fail to comply will face severe penalties, including a Sh5 million fine or a three-year prison sentence.

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