Harare police discovered drug dealers using biscuits to hide illegal substances they sell to residents. These dealers previously concealed drugs inside cakes, muffins, and popcorn. Law enforcement arrested seven suspects in a bushy section along Mukuvisi River in Mbare. They discovered numerous biscuit packets containing drugs along with marijuana and additional illegal substances.
The arrested individuals currently assist police with their investigation. Law enforcement officials started looking into where these drug-laced biscuits were being sold. Although some biscuits may have reached unsuspecting members of the public, police believe regular drug users were the main targets. Authorities advised citizens to exercise caution when purchasing biscuits and pay close attention to changes in their children's behavior.
Police also recommended school staff inspect food items students bring from home. Commissioner Paul Nyathi, national police spokesperson, confirmed these arrests in an official statement. He explained that police apprehended seven suspects on March 12, 2025, near Mukuvisi River by the Matapi Flats area in Mbare for possessing Broncleer, marijuana sachets, and drug-laced biscuit packets.
Police identified the suspects as Takunda Wayne (18), Monga Ndava (40), Berven Kepekepe (32), Bezel Marundira, Timothy Takavaedza, Tawanda Tembo and Pedzisai Mutasa. Drug dealers have used similar methods previously throughout Zimbabwe. Two men faced arrest in Kadoma in 2017 for selling marijuana-laced cupcakes after juveniles displayed unusual behavior after eating them.
Two women needed hospital care in Hwange after consuming marijuana muffins that caused drug-induced psychosis. Gweru youth created a mix called "weed popcorn" in 2018, combining marijuana with popcorn. This trend emerged after police targeted weed cakes popular among college students. Zimbabwe actively battles against widespread drug and substance abuse that threatens national economic and social advancement.
President Mnangagwa launched the Zimbabwe Multi-Sectoral Drug and Substance Abuse Plan (2024-2030) last year to combat increasing drug abuse problems. During this launch, he emphasized how drug abuse presents a major public health concern threatening national development. He stated this problem affects every socio-economic level and religious group, destroying both lives and families across the country.
The comprehensive plan addresses seven essential areas, including supply reduction, demand reduction, harm reduction, treatment, and policy enforcement. Police issued strong warnings that drug dealers will face legal consequences regardless of their status. Citizens can report drug-related activities through the National Complaints Desk at (0242) 703631, WhatsApp 0712 800 197, or any nearby police station.
Authorities remain dedicated to protecting communities from the devastating impacts of drug abuse. The ongoing crackdown aims to restore safety throughout Zimbabwean neighborhoods and prevent the further spread of dangerous substances among vulnerable populations.
The arrested individuals currently assist police with their investigation. Law enforcement officials started looking into where these drug-laced biscuits were being sold. Although some biscuits may have reached unsuspecting members of the public, police believe regular drug users were the main targets. Authorities advised citizens to exercise caution when purchasing biscuits and pay close attention to changes in their children's behavior.
Police also recommended school staff inspect food items students bring from home. Commissioner Paul Nyathi, national police spokesperson, confirmed these arrests in an official statement. He explained that police apprehended seven suspects on March 12, 2025, near Mukuvisi River by the Matapi Flats area in Mbare for possessing Broncleer, marijuana sachets, and drug-laced biscuit packets.
Police identified the suspects as Takunda Wayne (18), Monga Ndava (40), Berven Kepekepe (32), Bezel Marundira, Timothy Takavaedza, Tawanda Tembo and Pedzisai Mutasa. Drug dealers have used similar methods previously throughout Zimbabwe. Two men faced arrest in Kadoma in 2017 for selling marijuana-laced cupcakes after juveniles displayed unusual behavior after eating them.
Two women needed hospital care in Hwange after consuming marijuana muffins that caused drug-induced psychosis. Gweru youth created a mix called "weed popcorn" in 2018, combining marijuana with popcorn. This trend emerged after police targeted weed cakes popular among college students. Zimbabwe actively battles against widespread drug and substance abuse that threatens national economic and social advancement.
President Mnangagwa launched the Zimbabwe Multi-Sectoral Drug and Substance Abuse Plan (2024-2030) last year to combat increasing drug abuse problems. During this launch, he emphasized how drug abuse presents a major public health concern threatening national development. He stated this problem affects every socio-economic level and religious group, destroying both lives and families across the country.
The comprehensive plan addresses seven essential areas, including supply reduction, demand reduction, harm reduction, treatment, and policy enforcement. Police issued strong warnings that drug dealers will face legal consequences regardless of their status. Citizens can report drug-related activities through the National Complaints Desk at (0242) 703631, WhatsApp 0712 800 197, or any nearby police station.
Authorities remain dedicated to protecting communities from the devastating impacts of drug abuse. The ongoing crackdown aims to restore safety throughout Zimbabwean neighborhoods and prevent the further spread of dangerous substances among vulnerable populations.
