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How illicit brews threaten African traditions

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A group of men enjoying busaa at a slum in Nairobi. [File, Standard]

In traditional African society, lots of stories have been told of how our forefathers forged community bonds over shared meals and libations.

I was lucky enough to hear this from my grandmother during her evening narrations. One of her signature tales centred on the brewing of beverages, a revered art - a sacred ritual that brought people together in celebration and unity. In those days, beer was not just a drink; it was a symbol of hospitality, kinship, and cultural identity.

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