Kenyan bill seeks stricter tobacco regulations, jail time for violations

In a landmark move aimed at bolstering public health and tightening regulations on the tobacco industry, the Kenyan parliament is proposing three-year jail terms for individuals promoting nicotine products, including pouches and vapes.

The Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which was first read in the Senate on 6th August, introduces a series of sweeping changes to Kenya’s tobacco control policies, marking a significant step forward in the country’s ongoing battle against tobacco-related diseases.

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