This archive report was first published on 4 January 2022.
On January 4, 2022, a disturbing trend emerged in Pangani, where police were allegedly shielding illicit chang'aa breweries that used untreated Mathare water, posing significant health risks to the community.
The use of sewer water in brewing chang'aa is a serious public health concern, as it can lead to the spread of waterborne diseases. The breweries' reliance on this water source has raised eyebrows, with many questioning the role of the police in protecting these illicit operations.
