In a joint effort to combat the rising cases of alcohol and abuse among youths, Kimajani Green Afrique, in partnership with the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) and school principals, have launched a sensitisation campaign aimed at reversing the vice among university and college students.
The initiative incorporates environmental conservation through tree planting as a productive alternative to substance abuse.
Speaking during the event held at Iten Vocational Training Center, Robert Olweny, the NACADA North Rift Regional Representative, expressed concern over the alarming statistics of drug abuse among university students. "According to our research, over 45% of university students have interacted with drugs, while 26.6% are active users.
This has negatively impacted their academic performance, mental health, and productivity," Olweny revealed.
