South Africa

South Africa faces e-cigarette waste crisis as industry growth outpaces disposal methods, prompting calls for urgent action and regulation.

Over half of South African retailers are suspected of selling illegal tobacco products, says recent Ipsos study.

SA News reports that according to the 2021 Global Adult Tobacco Survey, South Africa's smoking rate remains high at 29.4%.

China's e-cigarette exports to South Africa in April 2024 totaled $5.53 million, with a 7% decrease from the previous month.

China's e-cigarette exports to South Africa in March 2024 reached $5.95 million, up 59.73% month-on-month but down 21.03% year-on-year.

A South African student admits to bringing e-cigarettes to school, as youth usage rises, prompting age restrictions and enforcement measures.

Philip Morris South Africa (PMSA) launches IQOS ILUMA, a heated tobacco device, believing it offers smokers a better option.

China's e-cigarette exports to South Africa in December 2023 show a 38% decrease month-on-month, totaling $5.72 million.