DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 23 -- THE Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA) deserves commendation for its consistent and unwavering efforts in combating the drug menace in the country. By unearthing and dismantling evolving tactics used by traffickers including the use of legitimate courier channels and unsuspecting transporters, the Authority continues to demonstrate vigilance and adaptability in a fight that is both complex and relentless.

We must praise its recent breakthroughs in neutralising the use of industrial precursor chemicals for local drug production signal not just enforcement success, but a proactive stance in staying ahead of drug networks constantly seeking new loopholes.

While these achievements mark encouraging progre...