National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) Chief Executive Dr Anthony Omerikwa has admitted that efforts to remove bars and alcohol joints near schools has not been successful.
He said despite the law coming into force nearly 15 years ago there has been a challenge in implementing it.
The 300-metre rule, designed to create a safe environment for learners, was meant to shield students from easy access to alcohol.
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NACADA had announced a nationwide crackdown on the bars located near learning institutions, and directed all the bars to close business and billboards promoting alcohol brought down.
The Authority is enforcing the rule in collaboration with local administration.
Advancements in technology have complicated the war on drugs and alcohol use since students now seek alcohol from online vendors.
National Parents Association (NPA) chairman Silas Obuhatsa said children are at risk calling for stricter enforcement from security agencies to remove the bars and alcohol joints near schools, adding current measures are insufficient.
State Department for Basic Education had mapped alcoholic outlets within 300 metres, identifying Murang’a, Machakos, Bungoma, Nairobi, Kisii, and Migori as counties with the highest numbers of liquor spots near schools.
By Obegi Malack
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