MP Mathenge proposes life imprisonment for illicit brewers causing death - May 2026

A Kenyan Member of Parliament is proposing severe penalties for illicit liquor manufacturers whose products cause death or serious harm. The suggested punishments aim to deter the production and sale of dangerous counterfeit alcoholic beverages that have resulted in deaths across the country. In a separate development, the Christian community in Garissa has appealed for peace following escalating clashes between Garissa and Kitui counties. Kenya's proposed Assisted Reproductive Technology Bill is also sparking significant debate, primarily focusing on the ethics of sperm donation and gene selection.