tobacco addiction Stories

China flagged as key source of tobacco imports as Kenya imposes ban to curb youth addiction
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 30, 2025

CS Duale noted that the ban is a critical measure by the Ministry of Health to reduce the availability and attractiveness of tobacco products in Kenya...

Kamukunji public forum advocates for higher tobacco taxes to combat health risks
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Feb 27, 2025

Kamukunji Assistant County Commissioner Steve Mwonge shared a personal account of how tobacco use affected his family.

Tackling Tobacco: Experts push for harm reduction strategies for smokers battling addiction
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 01, 2024

Dr Vivian Manyeki, a public health specialist from Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi, emphasised the importance of recognising that not everyone w...

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