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BAHLITA opposes new tobacco licensing rules for traders

Sacco ReviewAugust 29, 202605 mins

BAHLITA opposes proposed tobacco licensing rules for traders. Traders warn extra licences could raise business costs. Association calls for stronger action against illicit tobacco trade. The Bars, Hotels and Liquor Traders Association of Kenya (BAHLITA) has opposed proposed licensing and registration requirements in the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, warning they could raise compliance costs…

BAT Kenya warns proposed tobacco law amendments could cost govt sh12 b and threaten jobs

Sacco ReviewJune 5, 202605 mins

British American Tobacco Kenya (BAT Kenya) has raised concerns that proposed amendments to the country’s tobacco control laws could cost the government Sh12 billion in annual revenue and put more than 100,000 jobs at risk across the tobacco value chain. In a memorandum submitted to the National Assembly, BAT Kenya warned that provisions in the…