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State in final stages of operationalising muguka regulations - CS Linturi
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 13, 2024

The committee, which will be officially gazetted by the end of the week, will determine and regulate the price of muguka across all counties.

Muguka ban: Coast leaders reject meeting with CS Linturi, seek direct talks with Ruto
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 02, 2024

Addressing the criticism from some Mt. Kenya leaders who claimed the ban harmed farmers economically, Governor Abdulswamad stressed that his actions w...

Explainer: What do experts say about consumption of muguka?
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2024

While many users view chewing muguka as a harmless activity, scientists warn that its widespread use could pose significant risks.

Garissa Supkem officials call for ban on miraa, muguka in North Eastern
Issa Hussein  |  May 30, 2024

The chairman urged the governors to come out without fear to enforce the move taken by coast region counties.

Kilifi Governor Mung'aro enforces muguka ban despite Ruto's order
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 29, 2024

The governor reported the seizure and destruction of 85 bags of muguka in the operation.

Ruto says Coast governors have agreed to talks after banning muguka
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 28, 2024

The President says he has engaged governors Abdullswamad Sherrif Nassir (Mombasa), Gideon Mung'aro (Kilifi) and Andrew Mwadime (Taita Taveta) and that...

Kwale says it will not ban muguka, Mombasa and Kilifi adamant
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 28, 2024

The counties' governors spoke after President William Ruto's directive on Monday, nullifying a ban by Mombasa, Kilfi, and Tana River counties.

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