The Lusaka City Council (LCC), in collaboration with State Police, has seized assorted illicit locally brewed alcohol, including Kachasu and Tujilijili, during a joint operation in Lusaka’s Industrial Area.
The operation, carried out under the Liquor Licensing Act No. 20 of 2011, underscores the council’s commitment to regulating the liquor industry and safeguarding public health and safety. Individuals involved in the illegal trade fled the scene upon noticing enforcement officers.
LCC has sternly warned those engaged in the illicit alcohol business to desist, adding that inspections and public awareness campaigns on the dangers and legal consequences of illegal brews will be intensified.
The council has also appealed for community cooperation, urging residents to report individuals selling liquor from home shops, particularly in shanty compounds, where the problem remains widespread.
In the past year alone, LCC secured 55 convictions of illegal liquor traders, with some offenders receiving custodial sentences.
This is according to a statement issued by Lusaka City Council Public Relations Manager Chola Mwamba.
By Caanan Siame
