In a comprehensive compliance audit conducted as part of the ongoing multi-agency crackdown against illicit brews, coordinated by the National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs), it has been revealed that an impressive 86 percent of the 43,708 liquor outlets inspected thus far are operating in accordance with Kenya’s laws and policies.
However, the audit has led to the closure of 5,995 establishments due to serious safety breaches and noncompliance with legal requirements.
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The Ministry of Interior and National Administration in Kenya has emphasized that this inspection serves as a prelude to a thorough review of all licenses pertaining to the manufacture, distribution, and sale of alcohol, suggesting potential reforms in the alcohol industry to ensure public safety and adherence to regulations.
“A compliance audit conducted during the ongoing multi-agency crackdown against illicit brews coordinated by the National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) has revealed that 86 percent of the 43,708 liquor outlets inspected so far are operating within the country’s laws and policies. 5,995 of them have been closed down due to serious safety breaches and noncompliance with the existing legal requirements.
The ongoing inspection is a prelude to the fresh review of all licenses for the manufacture, distribution and sale of alcohol,” Ministry of Interior and National Administration, Kenya wrote.
