Joho Issues Fireworks Guidelines Ahead of Diwali and Hindu New Year Celebrations
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Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Ali Joho has issued guidelines on the use of fireworks during the upcoming Diwali and Hindu New Year celebrations, warning dealers and organisers against violating safety regulations.
In a notice issued on Tuesday, November 3, Joho said the celebrations would run from November 6 to November 8, 2026, with fireworks displays expected at authorised venues across the country.
The CS urged members of the Hindu community to ensure that all fireworks displays comply with the Explosives Act, Cap 115 of the Laws of Kenya.