Drug trafficking is a dangerous global trade. We know it can prove fatal – there have been assassinations. So, we assume traffickers and their foot soldiers are exceptionally careful when plotting their illegal activities. But… we know that isn’t always the case.

Reporting by: Caryn Dolley
Filmed by: Bernard Kotze
Edited by: Malibongwe Tyilo
Produced by: Emilie Gambade

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