Police officers have seized 2,000 litres of kangara and dismantled an illicit alcohol production operation in Brazil area of Kibera, Nairobi County, following a multi-agency crackdown.
The operation was conducted on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, by officers drawn from Langata Sub-County in collaboration with National Government Administration Officers (NGAO).
According to the National Police Service (NPS), the operation was part of ongoing efforts to curb the production, distribution and consumption of illegal alcoholic brews in the country.
During the raid, officers discovered 2,000 litres of kangara, a substance commonly used in the production of illicit alcohol.
The officers subsequently destroyed the seized brew as part of efforts to prevent it from reaching consumers.
The multi-agency team also recovered six copper wires and several other pieces of equipment believed to have been used in the production of chang'aa.
The seizure forms part of a wider campaign by security agencies targeting individuals and groups involved in the manufacture and distribution of illegal alcoholic drinks.
The National Police Service said it remained committed to addressing the problem of illicit brews and drugs through continued enforcement operations across the country.
The service indicated that similar operations would continue in different parts of the country as authorities intensify efforts to disrupt illegal brewing activities.
Members of the public have also been urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by reporting suspected illicit alcohol production and distribution activities within their neighbourhoods.
Residents can report such incidents at their nearest police station or through the National Police Service emergency toll-free numbers 999 and 911.
The public can also share information with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) through the toll-free hotline #FichuaKwaDCI on 0800 722 203 or via WhatsApp on 0709 570 000.
Authorities have encouraged Kenyans to provide information that could help identify and dismantle illegal brewing networks as the government continues its efforts to address the manufacture and sale of illicit alcoholic drinks.
