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KEBS responds to UK travel advisory, says methanol in Kenya ‘too bitter to be consumed’
KEBS responds to UK travel advisory, says methanol in Kenya ‘too bitter to be consumed’
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 22, 2025

KEBS reassured the public that no methanol in Kenya can be mistaken for alcohol, countering UK warning on poisoning risks.

UK warns citizens visiting Kenya, Uganda of methanol poisoning from fake alcoholic drinks
UK warns citizens visiting Kenya, Uganda of methanol poisoning from fake alcoholic drinks
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 22, 2025

Methanol is an industrial alcohol that can be found in antifreeze and paint thinners. In some countries overseas, it is illegally mixed with spirit-ba...

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