Renowned Anzauni Clan Patron, Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli, Takes Historic Step to Restore Ancient Kamba Brew popularly known as Kaluvu.
Today, in a landmark move, Dr. Kyalo filed a petition at the Kitui law courts, advocating for the revival of Kaluvu, a cherished Kamba tradition. Speaking to reporters, he emphasized that his goal is not to promote alcohol, but to preserve cultural heritage.
Dr. Kyalo stressed the need for stringent quality control by the clan council to prevent illicit brewing practices. He highlighted the upcoming court date on May 28, 2024, as a pivotal moment in safeguarding Kamba heritage.
This initiative follows a recent ruling affirming the cultural significance of Muratina in Kikuyu tradition. Dr. Kyalo’s efforts could usher in a cultural renaissance for the Kamba people, reaffirming their rich heritage through the revival of Kaluvu.
*RELIEFS SOUGHT*
a) A declaration that ‘Mawa’ and ‘Kaluvu’ is not an illicit brew and the Akamba people are
at liberty to prepare and consume them as part of their culture and tradition without interference from the Respondents.
b) An Order do issue directing the Respondents to take steps to ensure that ‘mawa’ and kaluvu’ are exempted from licensing for being cultural drinks by proposing an amendment to Section 7 (3) of the Alcoholic Drink Control Act within a period of thirty
(30) days from the date of the Order or within such period as this Honourable Court may
Order, and to report the progress thereof to the Chief Justice.
c) A declaration that any question as to the regulation and brewing of ‘mawa’ and ‘kaluvu’
solely falls under the office of the Petitioner as the National Patron of the Anzauni Ndene
Clan of Kenya.
d) Any other relief that this honorable court may deem just and fair to order.
e) That the costs of this Petition be provided for.
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