{"id":3237,"date":"2024-06-05T14:16:13","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T14:16:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tandaomedia.co.ke\/?p=3237"},"modified":"2024-06-05T14:17:48","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T14:17:48","slug":"war-against-muguka","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tandaomedia.co.ke\/index.php\/2024\/06\/05\/war-against-muguka\/","title":{"rendered":"WAR AGAINST &#8216;MUGUKA&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Felicitas Awino<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Several leaders from the North Eastern region have given their support to the prohibition of &#8216;Muguka&#8217;, emphasizing that the ban should not only be limited to the coastal region but should be enforced nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/tandaomedia.co.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-18.png\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tandaomedia.co.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-18.png 1000w, https:\/\/tandaomedia.co.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-18-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/tandaomedia.co.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/image-18-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>They are calling for a unified approach to tackling the &#8216;muguka&#8217; problem, emphasizing the need for collaboration between different regions and government agencies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They believe that a comprehensive ban on the stimulant will send a strong message to both producers and consumers, ultimately leading to a decrease in its availability and use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recent bans on the use of the stimulant in Mombasa and Kilifi counties, as well as the implementation of strict taxes on &#8216;muguka&#8217; traders in Kwale, have sparked discussions on the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the new regulations, single business permits will see a significant increase from Ksh 10,000 to Ksh 50,000. Additionally, offloading levies are expected to rise by over 100%, with levies for pickup increasing from 10,000 to 80,000, probox from 10,000 to 60,000, Canter from 15,000 to 100,000, and lorries weighing over 15 tonnes to cost Ksh 300,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traders involved in the &#8216;Muguka&#8217; business have expressed their concerns about the heightened levies that will be imposed on the stimulant. They argue that implementing strict taxes is futile and would prefer a complete ban instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the debate on &#8216;muguka&#8217; prohibition continues to evolve, with stakeholders from various regions and sectors weighing in on the best course of action. The ultimate goal is to protect the health and well-being of all Kenyans while addressing the social and economic implications of the stimulant&#8217;s use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8216;Muguka&#8217; is well-known for its stimulating effects, particularly among the younger population. 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