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Uasin Gishu County bans sale of wines, spirits after toxic brew kills seven

Uasin Gishu County bans sale of wines, spirits after toxic brew kills seven
Some of the alcoholic drinks that were confiscated from bars in Eldoret after seven people succumbed to alcohol intoxication. (Photo: Kevin Tunoi/Standard)

Eldoret, Kenya: Uasin Gishu County government has immediately stopped the sale of wines and spirits until further notice after seven people from the area died after drinking adulterated alcohol.

In a crisis meeting that involved the county governor, commissioner, Medical doctors and other agencies, it was resolved that the sale of wines and spirits which have targeted alcoholic intoxication points be stopped awaiting recommendation from the national administration.

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