A Mozambican customs official has been arrested by the National Criminal Investigation Service (SERNIC) in connection with the trafficking of 3.7 tonnes of illicit drugs. The arrest is the latest development in an ongoing investigation into a large-scale drug smuggling operation. Details regarding the type of drugs involved have not yet been released. SERNIC has not disclosed the identity of the arrested official, but confirmed their position within the customs service. This arrest suggests potential corruption within the customs authority, facilitating the movement of illegal substances. Authorities are continuing to investigate other potential accomplices and the origin and destination of the drugs. The case highlights Mozambique’s ongoing challenges in combating transnational crime and drug trafficking.