Dr. Richard Waita 🇰🇪

PRELIMINARY REPORT FROM MULTI SECTOR TASKFORCE ON NOVEL NICOTINE AND EMERGING TOBACCO PRODUCTS . Today, I received a preliminary report from the multi-sector Taskforce on Novel Nicotine and Emerging Tobacco Products. The report outlines robust action points aimed at safeguarding the health of Kenyans. The primary objective is to ensure that only products adhering to the Tobacco Control Act of 2007 and Tobacco Control Regulations 2015 remain in the market. This move underscore the commitment to to ensure compliance with established regulations. This proactive stance aims to weed out products that pose a threat to public health, reinforcing the integrity of existing tobacco control legislation. This step reflects the government's dedication to staying ahead of the evolving landscape of nicotine and tobacco products, signaling a strong resolve to protect the well-being of the Kenyan population.