Zimbabwe police recovered over ZiG3 billion from drug-related activities in one year. More than 15,000 suspects were arrested during nationwide operations. Authorities say enforcement, awareness campaigns and public cooperation will continue to fight drug crime.
Police in Zimbabwe have recovered more than ZiG3 billion from illicit drug and substance dealings following nationwide operations conducted between February 2025 and February 2026.
During the same period, law enforcement agencies arrested 15 865 suspects as part of intensified efforts to combat drug-related crime across the country.
Speaking during a National Assembly session, Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Kazembe Kazembe said the results were achieved through coordinated enforcement strategies and increased operational activity.
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“Mr Speaker Sir, during the period coming from February 2025 to February 2026, we conducted 60 enforcement operations, destroyed 326 bases, and made a total of 15 865 targets, which comprise of 3 738 suppliers,” he said.
He added that authorities recovered cannabis, tobacco, cocaine, coffee syrups and other illicit substances valued at ZiG3 475 374 243 during the operations.
Minister Kazembe attributed the success to the establishment of a dedicated framework and an inter-ministerial task force aimed at curbing drug abuse and trafficking.
He said the approach has improved coordination among agencies and strengthened enforcement of laws targeting drug distribution and abuse.
The minister noted that police adopted various strategies, including roadblocks, drone surveillance, undercover operations and enhanced border patrols to disrupt supply chains.
“These measures have been complemented by regional and international cooperation aimed at dismantling drug supply networks,” he said.
Awareness campaigns are also being implemented to educate communities on the dangers of drug abuse while preventing substances from reaching users.
Minister Kazembe said the Government remains committed to protecting communities and ensuring offenders face legal consequences.
He added that intelligence-led operations and collaboration among stakeholders will continue to be strengthened in the fight against drug-related crime.
The minister also called on members of the public to assist law enforcement agencies by providing information on drug syndicates.
“I also appeal to them to desist from engaging in drug and substance supply and use, as we have already witnessed the negative effects of such acts affecting the streets,” he said.
