THE Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA) today welcomed a visit from Maggie Nardi, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL), and her delegation.

The visit was intended to congratulate DCEA on its significant achievements in combating the drug trade and trafficking, including the dismantling of major drug trafficking networks and the seizure of substantial quantities of illicit drugs.

During the visit, Maggie Nardi praised the efforts of DCEA and the Tanzanian government in the fight against drugs. She pledged to continue collaborating with the authority to further the battle against this epidemic.

"I congratulate you for the excellent work you're doing in dismantling drug trafficking networks and seizing large quantities of drugs. Our cooperation will continue to strengthen, and we commend the Tanzanian government for its steadfast efforts in tackling this challenge," said Maggie Nardi.

In addition to her praise, Maggie expressed her appreciation for the services aimed at reducing the demand for drugs and providing treatment for addicts.

"I was not aware that DCEA is also involved in reducing the demand for drugs and mitigating the harm they cause. This is a commendable initiative that should continue," she emphasised.

Discussing the threat posed by drugs, Nardi highlighted the dangers of synthetic drugs such as fentanyl, underscoring the importance of international cooperation and information sharing to address this issue.

"I hope fentanyl has not entered the country in large quantities, but we must remain vigilant. We continue to collaborate and share experiences to tackle the evolving drug trade. The United States learned from the situation in the Northeastern states and was well-prepared when fentanyl began to spread. This underscores the importance of early information sharing," Maggie stressed.

This visit signifies the strengthening of international cooperation in addressing the drug problem, and DCEA continues to work with various stakeholders to combat this epidemic and reduce its impact on society.