Kenyan TV Highlights Alarming Rise in Youth Cannabis Addiction

NAIROBI, Kenya – A recent segment on iNooro TV highlighted the concerning rise of cannabis use among Kenyan youth, drawing attention to a newspaper article titled 'Not just a puff: Youth battle cannabis use, and few are breaking free.' During the broadcast, two presenters engaged in a candid discussion about the factors contributing to this growing dependency. One presenter shared a personal anecdote, revealing how the isolation and financial struggles experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic led him to a period of idleness and brokenness, during which drugs became his 'only companion.' He emphasized how easily young individuals can be drawn into drug use, influenced by peers who present it as a desirable or 'cool' activity. The discussion underscored the urgent need for interventions and support systems to help young people combat cannabis addiction and break free from its grip, particularly in the wake of challenging socio-economic conditions.