Zimbabwe Declares Drug Crisis a Security Threat

Zimbabwe's drug crisis has escalated from a public health issue into a national security threat, with the minister warning that the epidemic disproportionately impacts the youth. The government is now framing the crisis as a strategic vulnerability, signaling a potential shift toward securitized enforcement. The minister's statement underscores the severity of the situation, as the nation grapples with the social and economic consequences of drug abuse among its young population.