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KRA calls for tougher Tobacco laws as vapes, nicotine pouches grow

Business

KRA calls for tougher Tobacco laws as vapes, nicotine pouches grow

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has asked Parliament to strengthen Kenya’s tobacco-control framework to keep pace with electronic nicotine products and new marketing channels. In its submission on the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill 2024, KRA urged tighter definitions, clearer product standards and stronger enforcement measures, including limits on

By David Bogonko Nyokang'i 24 Sep 2026

Cancer Institute seeks tougher rules on e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches

Health and Wellness

Cancer Institute seeks tougher rules on e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches

Senate Bill No. 35 of 2024, sponsored by Nominated Senator Catherine Mumma, has moved to the National Assembly after consideration by the Senate. It was read for the first time on March 31 and referred to the Departmental Committee on Health.

By David Bogonko Nyokang'i 22 Sep 2026

World Health Organization Secretary General Tedros Ghebreyesus. PHOTO/Aljazeera

Global Affairs

WHO urges global crackdown on tobacco products targeting children and teenagers

Ahead of World No Tobacco Day 2026, the WHO urged governments to strengthen rules on tobacco and nicotine products. It warned about growing youth use of e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches and called for bans on flavours and advertising.

By David Abonyo 31 May 2026

WHO calls for tighter global controls for nicotine pouches

Health and Wellness

WHO calls for tighter global controls for nicotine pouches

In a new report released ahead of World No Tobacco Day on 31 May, WHO said weak or non-existent regulation in more than 160 countries is exposing young users to addiction risks linked to nicotine, which can harm brain development and increase long-term dependence.

By David Abonyo 17 May 2026