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As schools close for the August holidays, detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) have intensified a nationwide sensitisation campaign against drug and substance abuse, reaching learners and communities across the country to promote awareness and strengthen prevention efforts.
In Lunga Lunga, ANU detectives, working alongside detectives from the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU), engaged Junior Secondary School learners at Ngathini Comprehensive School, equipping them with knowledge on the dangers of drug and substance abuse and empowering them to make informed and responsible choices.
In Malindi, ANU detectives sensitised students at Malindi High School on drug prevention, reporting mechanisms, and the importance of seeking counselling and support.
At Alliance High School, ANU detectives engaged students with key messages on the dangers of drugs and the importance of resisting substance abuse.
Meanwhile, in Kijipwa Location, Mtwapa, ANU detectives, together with the area Chief and Assistant Chief, engaged Nyumba Kumi leaders and Village Security Committee members on identifying commonly abused drugs, strengthening community vigilance, and enhancing collaboration in efforts to disrupt drug trafficking through information sharing.
The campaign comes at a critical time as schools break for the August holidays, a period when learners may be more susceptible to negative influences and peer pressure.Β
By investing in prevention through education, awareness and community partnerships, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) aims to equip young people with the knowledge and confidence to make positive choices while reinforcing a shared responsibility in the fight against drug and substance abuse.
As learners begin the holiday, parents and guardians are encouraged to remain actively engaged by fostering open conversations, providing guidance, and creating supportive environments that help children make safe, informed and responsible decisions.
