A new stringent draft national policy on alcohol is poised to introduce radical commercial restrictions across Kenya, potentially ending supermarket sales, online delivery services, and major sports sponsorships. This proposed policy awaits Cabinet consideration in early next year.

• The new draft policy threatens to impose sweeping commercial prohibitions on alcohol sales in Kenya.
• The policy could mark an end to supermarket sales, online delivery services, and all major sports sponsorships.
• The draft policy is awaiting Cabinet consideration in early next year.