15 people arrested in Mombasa as NACADA cracks down on illegal alcohol outlets

The operations, which took place in Bamburi, Kisauni and the central business district, targeted establishments that were violating the provisions of the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act (ADCA) 2010.

NACADA Executive Director Dr. Anthony Omerikwa confirmed that those arrested had violated various regulations, including operating without a proper license, selling alcohol to minors and selling illegal beer. All suspects are currently facing court proceedings.

“In total, we visited fourteen establishments in Bamburi, Kisauni and the Central Business District of Mombasa County and arrested a total of fifteen suspects for flouting various regulations and laws relating to liquor outlets. All of them will be brought to justice,” the CEO said.

He added: “These measures are part of our broader mission to ensure compliance with the ADCA 2010, reduce the availability of harmful alcohol products and protect the public, particularly vulnerable groups such as young people.”

The multi-agency operation is part of the government's sustained efforts to eradicate the trade in harmful drugs and unregulated alcohol, which pose significant social and health risks.

Dr. Omerikwa reiterated NACADA’s commitment to public health and safety, saying that the rigorous measures are critical to curbing alcohol abuse and related problems.