ZANZIBAR, June 29 -- THE call by Zanzibar President Dr Hussein Mwinyi for society to unite in the fight against drug abuse is both timely and necessary.

While government agencies have made remarkable progress in disrupting drug trafficking networks and strengthening rehabilitation services, the battle against narcotics cannot be won by law enforcement alone.

It requires the active participation of families, religious institutions, schools and communities in shaping a generation that rejects drugs and embraces responsible citizenship.

Drug abuse remains one of the greatest threats to the countrys social and economic development. It robs young people of their health, productivity and dreams while placing a heavy burden on families, healt...