The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) announced a significant digital overhaul for alcohol licensing in Kenya. Starting October 1, 2025, all importers and exporters of alcoholic beverages must process licenses and consignment documents through the Kenya National Electronic Single Window System, also known as the Trade Facilitation Platform (TFP).

• This shift aims to eliminate delays, reduce manual paperwork, and minimize inefficiencies in the licensing process, improving coordination and compliance.
• NACADA reassured stakeholders that existing fees and charges remain unchanged, with payments continuing via the eCitizen platform, integrated into the TFP.
• Licenses issued before the deadline will remain valid but their details must be entered into the TFP system to align with new automated workflows for efficient cargo clearance.