NACADA has shown deep concern over the accelerating trend of minors accessing alcohol from dispensing outlets.
They emphasized on minors dispensing on outlets particularly those located in Petrol stations across Nairobi’s Lavington, Kileleshwa, Kilimani and Ngong Road estates.
NACADA released on a statement in social media the alarming trend is linked to increased reliance on mobile money transactions. by passing the requirement of verifying customer’s age with the assumption that any person using mobile money is 18 years of age and above.
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According to Alcoholic Drinks Control Act 2024, selling alcohol to minors is prohibited and anybody who violates the law attracts a fine of up to Ksh. 150,000 or imprisonment for up to 12 months or both.
The Act 2024 also states that proper identification and age verifications of customers is mandatory.
NACADA also insisted on their statement that as people approach the festive season, NACADA reiterates its commitment to protecting Kenyans, particularly the youth.
They further stated that the authority will conduct nationwide crackdowns in collaboration with other enforcement agencies to ensure strict adherence to the law.
