DP Gachagua: Directive To Open Bars At 5 pm And Close At 11 pm Will Allow Kenyans To Build Houses
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed that the order to extend bar operating hours from 5 am to 11 pm will create employment prospects for young people in Kenya.
Addressing the enactment of the Affordable Housing Bill at the State House on Tuesday, Gachagua highlighted that under the new legislation, Kenyans will have the chance to engage in construction work instead of frequenting drinking establishments until specified hours.
“You (President Ruto) have guided us that people should not drink during the day. Now we have an opportunity because there will be employment for people to go and work,” said Gachagua.
“For the avoidance of doubt bars will open at 5 pm and close at 11 pm. The rest of the time let’s go and work, build houses, and provide shelter for our Kenyan people.”
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The deputy leader also praised President William Ruto for his efforts in promoting the construction of cost-effective housing for Kenyans with low incomes, describing it as a significant stride towards fulfilling the government’s development objectives.
Under the implementation of the Affordable Housing legislation, Kenyan citizens will be required to allocate 1.5% of their monthly earnings towards the Housing Levy, while an equivalent contribution will also be made by their employers.
The operational rule outlined in Section 34 of the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act specifies that bars must commence operations at 5 pm and conclude at 11 pm on weekdays, while on weekends, they are required to open from 2 pm to 11 pm.
Last week Interior Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kithure Kindiki warned that any perpetrators will be heavily fined or jailed if found flaunting the regulation.
Gachagua has been at the forefront of flushing out all drinking dens in the nation which he has linked to the rising consumption of illicit brews and drug substances that have cost the lives of many.
DP Gachagua: Directive To Open Bars At 5 pm And Close At 11 pm Will Allow Kenyans To Build Houses
