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February 23, 2026
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The deadly grip of illicit alcohol in Eldama Ravine

The deadly grip of illicit alcohol in Eldama Ravine

In Eldama Ravine, families continue to bury their kin who die after consuming lethal brews...

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Illicit alcohol is devastating communities in Eldama Ravine, Kenya, claiming numerous young lives and leaving families in grief.

  • Over the past year, more than 10 young lives in Poror village alone have been lost to lethal brews.
  • Families are forced to organize fundraisers for burials and medical treatment for survivors, highlighting the widespread impact.
  • Despite ongoing legal cases against brewers, including one facing charges for 255 litres of unaccustomed ethanol, illicit alcohol continues to flow, fueled by high bail amounts and alleged protection from influential individuals.

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