Kenya is grappling with widespread addiction issues, with 1.36 million people addicted to alcohol, over 880,000 addicted to tobacco, and more than 230,000 addicted to bhang, according to the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA). The organization is proposing new restrictions aimed at limiting alcohol access and availability, particularly among youth, with some regions advocating to raise the minimum drinking age to 25. However, enforcement remains a challenge, with critics highlighting that NACADA has struggled to prosecute those selling alcohol to underage individuals. Concerns were also raised about the potential for increased corruption among police officers enforcing these laws. Debate continues over the appropriate drinking age, with some questioning why 18-year-olds, who can marry and face legal trials, are not permitted to consume alcohol. Experts note that 85% of alcohol consumers in Kenya drink recreationally, while a smaller percentage have problematic use. The discussion also touched on the social context of substance use, including the use of inhalants by children in slum areas as a coping mechanism. Comparisons were made to other African countries like Egypt, Ethiopia, Botswana, South Africa, and Uganda, which have been more successful in limiting alcohol consumption.