The National Police Service have announced the destruction of 3,916 litres of kangara a primary ingredient used in the distillation of illicit alcohol during a crackdown in Kipsigak Baibai village, Kapkerer Location, within Nandi South Sub-County.
The operation took place on the morning of Sunday, July 20, 2025, as part of ongoing nationwide efforts to eliminate illegal brews.
According to a statement posted on the National Police Service’s (NPS) official X account, the enforcement effort was a joint operation involving officers from Kapkerer Police Station and their counterparts from Kobujoi Police Station.
The targeted raid aimed to dismantle brewing dens responsible for producing illegal and harmful alcoholic substances.
Illicit brewing hotspots
During the operation, law enforcement officials destroyed not only the kangara but also the brewing equipment found at the site.
The police identified the area as a recurring hotspot for the production of illegal alcohol, which poses significant health risks to consumers.
The NPS affirmed that this intervention forms part of a broader strategy to rid local communities of harmful substances.
“This is part of our continued commitment to rid communities of harmful brews,” read part of the police statement.
“Operations of this nature are ongoing countrywide and will continue until the menace is completely eradicated.”
Kangara is widely known for its role in the production of unregulated liquor, often linked to alcohol poisoning and long-term health complications. Its preparation and sale remain illegal under Kenyan law.
Public urged cooperation
The police have called on members of the public to support the ongoing crackdown by providing timely intelligence on individuals involved in brewing and selling illegal alcohol.
“We are urging citizens to report suspicious activities related to illicit alcohol,” the NPS said. “Our goal is to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all.”
The destroyed brew was neutralised on-site under police supervision. Authorities maintain that similar operations will be replicated in other counties.
