Tharaka Nithi County Commissioner David Gitonga has led a crackdown on illegal gambling, overseeing the destruction of more than 30 gambling machines seized from different parts of the county.
The machines, netted during joint operations by local NGAO officers, were publicly destroyed as a warning to those engaging in or promoting gambling activities.
Gitonga strongly cautioned residents especially the youth against investing in gambling or betting, both physical and online. He noted that gambling is becoming a growing threat to community values and youth development.