Africa

British American Tobacco Kenya plans to streamline operations in Nairobi factory, cutting 19 jobs to address market pressures.

South Africa's Parliamentary Health Committee has called for more research to compare the health risks of vaping and traditional smoking. If the Tobacco Control Bill is passed, it would restrict vape use, advertising, and potentially classify vapes as tobacco products.

Moroccan parliament members proposed increasing the e-cigarette tax, but the Budget Department rejected the suggestion.

Philip Morris Egypt Announces Price Hike, Affecting HEETS, TEREA, Merit, Marlboro, and L&M Brands, with a 5 EGP Increase; Company Promises Price Transparency via QR Code.

The South African Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Health has decided, on the basis of legal advice from the Parliamentary Legal Services, to proceed with the legislative process on tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, and to conclude the remaining public hearings.

Eastern Company in Egypt signed a three-year cigarette production contract with JTI to increase local investment and support the economy.

Kenya's tobacco users are expected to reach 3.61 million by 2029, prompting a senate bill to regulate e-cigarettes and tobacco products.

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, leader of Ghana's NPP, vows to scrap controversial e-cigarette and betting taxes if elected president in 2024.