The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kenya has successfully dismantled an international drug trafficking network linked to a Mexican cartel, spearheaded by a Nigerian national. The operation uncovered a clandestine methamphetamine lab in Namanga, Kajiado County, and led to multiple arrests.

• When: Crackdown began in September 2024.
• Key Suspects: A 50-year-old Kenyan woman, a 51-year-old Nigerian national believed to be a chief architect, another Nigerian national funding operations, and a 52-year-old Kenyan businesswoman supplying chemicals.
• Operation Highlights: Discovery of a meth lab, apprehension of suspects with technical expertise, and foiling plans to expand production across East Africa using Kenya as a distribution hub.