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Kwale Assembly passes motion to ban muguka sale and consumption

Muguka farmers work in a farm in Kiamugaa area, Embu County. [Photo by Joseph Muchiri/Standard]

The county assembly has passed a motion to ban the sale and consumption of muguka in the county.

Muguka is a stimulant crop mainly grown in Embu County. It is believed to be more potent than miraa, which is popular in Meru County.

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