In March 2001, the National Agency for the Campaign Against Drugs (NACADA) was formed to enhance advocacy against drug abuse in Kenya. In 2007, Parliament ratified the formation of the National Campaign Against Drug Abuse Authority (NACADA AUTHORITY) to replace NACADA with a reinforced mandate and empowered it to coordinate a multi-sectoral effort aimed at preventing, controlling and mitigating the menace of drugs and substance abuse within the Kenyan society. It was established by legal notice no. 140.

Vision

To be the lead organization in the campaign against Drug and Substance Abuse in Kenya.

Mission

To provide leadership on policy development, education, regulation, management, program implementation and research coordination on matters pertaining to drug and substance abuse in Kenya.

Mandate

NACADA Authority’s core mandate is to:

i. Provide directly or in collaboration with other institutions, agencies or organizations, facilities for coordination of public education against drug abuse.

ii. Co-ordinate the implementation of the National Action Plan on curbing drug abuse by citizens of Kenya especially the youth and children.

iii. Play an effective role in the development, setting up and expansion of rehabilitation centers for the rehabilitation of drug dependants.

iv. Prepare and maintain a register of licensed persons to offer expert advice on treatment and prevention services in the field of drug abuse.

v. Liaise with relevant authorities in carrying out training or approving the training curriculum of trainers in the campaign against drug abuse.

vi. Advise on the best practices and discipline of licensed drug rehabilitation operators.

vii. Undertake research directly or in collaboration with other organisations or bodies on matters relating to drug abuse and chemical substances as may be approved by the Board.