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Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva addresses residents of Gatenga Sector in Kicukiro District during the monthly community work, known as Umuganda, on February 28. Courtesy
Health

PM Nsengiyumva urges vigilance against deadly illicit alcohol

Saturday, February 28, 2026
Mayor of Bugesera District, Richard Mutabazi, and security officers during a crackdown on illegal production of alcoholic drinks where they destroyed more than 74,000 litres in one day. Courtesy

Over 70,000 litres of illicit brew destroyed in Bugesera

Sunday, November 16, 2025
Residents destroy illicit beverages produced by Agahebuzo Drinks Processing Ltd in Nsinda Cell, Rwamagana District. Courtesy.
Health

Deadly cocktails: Inside Rwanda’s crackdown on toxic homemade brews

Thursday, November 13, 2025
Joyland Company Ltd, known for its popular Salama Juice brand, has been ordered to close following violations of quality standards and enforcement of regulatory laws.
Crime

Salama juice producer among factories, pharmacies closed over quality violations

Monday, October 20, 2025
Officials launch the East African Business & Investment Summit and Expo 2025 in Arusha on August 13. Courtesy
Economy

Govt to push private sector agenda ahead of key EAC trade summits

Monday, August 18, 2025
The Kenyan government has introduced a new policy raising the legal drinking age from 18 to 21, along with other strict measures aimed at curbing alcohol abuse and promoting public health.
International

No alcohol for persons under 21, says Kenya govt

Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Some illegal beers that have effects to the consumers.
Crime

Inside Rwanda’s fight against rogue alcohol producers

Friday, June 06, 2025
Rwanda Investigation Bureau presented a group of 10 suspects to the media, charged with illicit alcohol production in Gisozi, Gasabo District, Kigali On Tuesday, October 22. Craish Bahizi
Crime

Detectives pounce on fake liquor distillery in Kigali, 10 arrested

Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Alcohol is the most abused substance by adolescents and young adults aged 13 to 24, according to a 2023 pilot study conducted by the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) across the country.
Health

Increase tax on alcohol, invest in rehab programmes to end drug abuse – experts

Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Locally made alcoholic beverages before sale.

Alcohol and drugs: The harmful effects

Sunday, September 12, 2021
The New Times

Illicit trade and the fight for East Africa’s future

Sunday, April 11, 2021
Bottles of banned poisonous local brew known as Ku2019BAMBA manufactured by BIO-HAP Ltd. / Photo: Coutersy.
Rwanda

What will it take to do away with toxic beverages?

Thursday, July 16, 2020