By Elimu Assistant Team 
THE DANGERS OF USING ILLICIT DRUGS IN KENYA TODAY
- There is an increase in the rate of crimes committed;
- Use of illicit drugs leads to sexual immorality/contracting sexually transmitted infections/HIV and Aids:
- Dependence on illicit drugs depletes resources leading to poverty;
- Illicit drugs can damage vital organs:
- Illicit drugs cause indiscipline in institutions of learning:
- The number of street children/families is increasing as a result of using the drugs
- Use of illicit drugs is illegal/the offenders are liable for punishment;
- The use of illicit drugs can cause employer/employee conflicts;
- Illicit drug users become irresponsible/quarrelsome/irritable leading to family disagreements/breakups.:
- The use of illicit drugs can lead to murder/death.
