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China flagged as key source of tobacco imports as Kenya imposes ban to curb youth addiction
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...

Ethiopia nears milestone in tobacco control - WHO
Ethiopia nears milestone in tobacco control - WHO
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 24, 2025

Ethiopia is among seven countries that are just one step away from fully implementing the World Health Organisation's (WHO) MPOWER tobacco control str...

World No Tobacco Day: How tobacco industry targets youths to sustain profits
World No Tobacco Day: How tobacco industry targets youths to sustain profits
Hanifa Adan  |  May 31, 2024

The industry has accelerated the introduction and marketing of flavoured products, with research confirming that flavour is a primary reason why youth...

Advertising ban helps keep Kenya on track in fight against tobacco use
Advertising ban helps keep Kenya on track in fight against tobacco use
Eunice Omollo  |  Jan 26, 2024

A report by the World Health Organization (WHO) says Kenya is among 150 countries that are successfully reducing tobacco use.

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