Narcotics
latest news & developments
Africa’s busiest airport has a drug problem
A Kenyan citizen was facing execution in Vietnam. Her ordeal began with lax security at Addis Ababa’s Bole International Airport
Consumer Goods Council of South Africa panellists renew call for specialised unit to fight illicit trade
The Hawks are under-resourced and an independent body is required to tackle syndicated organised crime
German state sells off €100mn seized crypto stash
The seized assets were sold off this month through a partnership with local bank Scheich, with the proceeds flowing into the accounts of the regional government of Hesse.
The case for decriminalising personal drug use
Deputy Social Development Minister Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu tells the UN that the war on drugs has failed and is suggesting other options to tackle addiction