Africa

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.

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.