By Ahmed Salat Ali AARAN TV KE The Senate Standing Committee on Information, Communication and Technology has called for stronger use of digital technology, product traceability and inter-agency coordination to combat counterfeit and illicit alcohol and strengthen consumer protection in Kenya. The Committee held a meeting on Thursday with the Chief Executive Officer of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), Dr Robi M. King’a, to examine how technology and product authentication systems can be deployed to tackle the growing illicit alcohol trade. The Committee was informed that the illicit alcohol problem extends beyond counterfeit products to include tax-leaked, smuggled, substandard, adulterated, unlicensed artisanal and surrogate alcohol. The complexity of the problem, the Authority said, requires a coordinated response involving multiple government agencies. The ACA noted that counterfeit alcohol represents only one component of the wider illicit-alcohol market. It may involve t...
By Ahmed Salat Ali political Affairs Aaran Tv Ke Bille Nunow Shihaw has officially assumed office as the new Senior Chief of Mathow Location, under Griftu Division in Wajir West Sub-County, in a colourful ceremony that brought together Government Administrators, Community elders, Religious leaders, Women, Youth and residents. The inauguration was marked by pomp and ceremony with traditional performances adding colour to the occasion. The famous Balaqley traditional dance troupe took centre stage, entertaining guests and residents as the community celebrated the appointment of one of its own to a key government administrative position. The ceremony also provided an opportunity for community leaders and residents to pay tribute to Chief Bille, describing him as a hardworking, disciplined, respectful and principled man with a strong understanding of the community. Speakers at the event who spoke highly of the new chief's character, leadership qualities and record of service. Muktar A...