NACADA cracks down on illicit drugs in Homa Bay

NACADA Intensifies Fight Against Drugs and Substance Abuse in Homa Bay, Kisii
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has ramped up its multi-agency offensive against illicit brews, drugs, and substance abuse in Homa Bay and Kisii counties. The move comes amid rising public concern over the widespread availability of illegal substances, which continue to devastate families and undermine the social and economic well-being of local communities.
In collaboration with county security teams, NACADA officials are conducting coordinated crackdowns on bars and outlets selling counterfeit and unlicensed alcohol. Recent operations have led to the seizure of thousands of litres of illicit liquor and the closure of several non-compliant premises. We are not just doing a one-off exercise. This is a sustained war against peddlers and producers who are destroying our future generations, said a NACADA official involved in the operation.
Community awareness and public engagement have also been prioritized, with NACADA rolling out sensitization programs targeting youth, parents, and local leaders. The agency is working with grassroots organizations and religious institutions to promote prevention, rehabilitation, and alternative livelihoods for those affected by addiction. We must tackle both the supply and the demand side. That means shutting down the sources and helping those already hooked to recover and reintegrate, the official added.
The intensified campaign has been widely welcomed by residents, though many urge that the momentum be maintained to prevent a resurgence of the trade. Local administrators have pledged continued support, assuring the public that the crackdown will be intelligence-led and thorough. As NACADA strengthens its presence in the region, the joint effort represents a critical step toward reclaiming communities from the grip of alcohol and drug abuse.