The Government has stepped up efforts to tackle the production, distribution, and consumption of illicit drugs and alcohol, particularly in Mombasa County. Authorities say the move is part of a broader strategy to protect communities and safeguard young people from the impacts of substance abuse.

In a statement shared on X on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Raymond Omollo speaking on the measures being implemented, Interior PS Raymond Omollo highlighted the coordinated approach being taken across government agencies.

“The Government remains firmly committed to curbing the production, distribution and consumption of illicit drugs and alcohol, in line with the Presidential Proclamation on Alcohol and Drug Control, which calls for a whole-of-government approach to enforcement, prevention, rehabilitation and asset recovery,” he wrote.

In Mombasa, intelligence-led operations are being carried out to dismantle criminal networks involved in drug trafficking and disrupt their supply chains.

“In Mombasa County, this resolve is translating into coordinated, intelligence-led operations that are dismantling drug networks, disrupting supply chains and denying criminal syndicates the benefits of their illicit trade,” the statement reads.

The operations have seen offenders arrested, illegal businesses shut down, and assets seized to support recovery and prevention programs.

“Through strengthened anti-narcotics enforcement, offenders are being arrested, illegal operations shut down, and criminal assets forfeited to the State to support recovery and prevention efforts,” the statement reads.

Justice reforms are also being implemented to ensure faster handling of drug-related cases through specialised courts.

“Justice reforms are also reinforcing these gains, with specialised courts accelerating the handling of drug-related cases to ensure swift and consistent accountability,” part of Raymond Omollo’s statement reads.

Trafficking routes

The Port of Mombasa and other strategic entry points are under tighter surveillance as authorities work to block trafficking routes.

“Crucially, the Port of Mombasa and other key entry points are being strategically fortified through coordinated, multi-agency operations led by the Border Control and Operations Coordinating Committee (BCOCC) under the State Department for Interior and National Administration, tightening surveillance and sealing traditional trafficking routes,” the statement reads.

PS Omollo said the integrated approach is designed to restore socio-economic stability and protect the youth from the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.

“This integrated approach underscores the Government’s resolve to protect communities, safeguard the youth and restore socio-economic stability by confronting drug and alcohol abuse firmly and comprehensively, in and around Mombasa County,” the statement reads.