The
Alcoholic Drinks and Drugs Control Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introduced on
November 5 by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, bans sales near schools,
restricts advertising and transport hours, and bars under-21s from bars.
It adds penalties like fines up to Sh500,000
for violations and a Sh2-per-litre levy on producers.
Supporters say it fights youth alcohol harm and illicit brews, while critics note 18-year-olds already vote and work, questioning enforcement and bigger threats like illegal liquor. The bill heads to committee and public input next.