tobacco control kenya Stories

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.

BAT Kenya announces Board leadership changes amid tax controversy
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Along with Joubert's exit, Sidney Wafula, who has served as an Alternate Director since June 24, 2020, will also step down from the Board.

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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