You Won't Believe How Much Uhuru Paid For A Glass Of Keg In Kisumu!

President Uhuru Kenyatta on Wednesday had to part with some thousands of shillings in order to quench his thirst for Senator Keg.

This was during the launch of the Sh15 billion EABL .

He was accompanied by DP William Ruto, CSs Charles Keter (Energy) and Adan Mohammed (Industrialisation).

Uhuru was offered a sip of the brew after he inspected the facility with Kenya Breweries Limited MD Jane Karuku and area MP Ken Obura.

The drink was served by a lady, believed to be a resident of Obunga Slum, who was attending to guests.

It is said she asked Uhuru to just take a sip but to the surprise of everyone, the president asked the woman to fill the mug.

"Hiyo ni kidogo sana, ongeza ijae (that is too little, fill the mug)," he said.

He grabbed the mug with his left hand and swallowed several gulps of the brew amid laughter from those who had accompanied him.

He paid a few thousands of shillings to show his gratitude.

When he announced plans to re-launch the company, Uhuru praised EABL for introducing Senator Keg.

He said the brew is safe and affordable and has helped the government fight the menace of illicit brews.

"This year, Treasury has done its part by introducing an 80 per cent remission for beers made from sorghum, millet, and cassava."

"Quality brews such as Senator Keg will remain affordable for wananchi and the makers and sellers of illicit brews will find life ever harder," he said at State House earlier.

-The Star|PATRICK VIDIJA