Africa

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

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

JTI Leaf Malawi warehouse in Lilongwe engulfed in flames, with millions of dollars in stock lost, according to Xinhua News.

South African tobacco control advocates urge Government of National Unity to prioritize passing Tobacco and e-cigarette Control Bill.

South Africa's Tobacco Control and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill has been reintroduced by parliament, aiming to enhance public health measures.

Tunisian border guards seize smuggling haul, including over 3000 e-cigarettes, worth $288,000, vow to crack down on illegal activities.

Egypt's state-owned tobacco manufacturer, Eastern Company, approved the sale of its 9th factory to PMI's subsidiary, UTC, for $32.61 million.

BAT Kenya announces decision to sell equipment at Nairobi factory due to government delay in commercializing new nicotine pouch product.