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Originally published by Capital Businessbusiness
September 25, 2026
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KRA intercepts narcotics concealed as cosmetics at Eldoret Airport
The consignment, which was being shipped from Dubai to Mombasa, contained 141 items packed in different forms, including soap-like blocks, gel-filled containers and powders...
✨ Key Highlights
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has seized a significant cache of narcotics valued at Sh24.45 million at Eldoret International Airport. The drugs were ingeniously concealed within a shipment declared as cosmetic products originating from Dubai.
- The intercepted consignment contained approximately 1,381.01 grammes of methamphetamine and 4,802.86 grammes of amphetamine, with a combined street value of over Sh25 million.
- Key organizations involved include the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
- The illicit substances were discovered after X-ray screening revealed discrepancies with the declared contents, prompting a physical inspection.
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