Yes, cartels and the mafia still exist in various parts of the world. While there have been efforts to crack down on these types of organizations, they continue to operate in many countries and have been able to adapt to changing circumstances. Cartels and the mafia can be difficult to eliminate because they often have significant resources and can use violence and intimidation to protect their operations. In addition, some cartels and the mafia have established relationships with government officials or other powerful individuals, making it more difficult to take action against them.