Despite efforts to shield school-going children from alcohol and substance abuse, several bars and entertainment joints continue to operate dangerously close to educational institutions.

Parents and education stakeholders blame these establishments for facilitating easy access to alcohol, contributing significantly to drug abuse among students. Spot checks by The Standard across the country revealed that some bars are located less than 100 metres from schools.

The Kenya’s Alcoholic Drinks Control Act, 2010 famously referred to as the Mututho Law is clear on the location of these outlets. It provides that in an application for licenses, the premises in respect of which the application is made are located at least 300 meters from any nursery, primary, secondary or other learning institutions for persons under the age of 18.