Nairobi County Government has launched a crackdown on individuals purporting to be witchdoctors, now requiring them to obtain valid business permits and comply with county regulations. This move addresses a surge in complaints from residents defrauded by individuals offering dubious healing services.

• Over many complaints of fraud and exploitation led to the crackdown.
• Geoffrey Mosiria, Citizen Engagement and Customer Service Chief Officer, stated the trend was alarming.
• Practitioners must now apply for a unified business permit and obtain licenses from relevant regulatory bodies, with illegal advertising also being targeted.