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Chairperson of Kenya Tobacco Control Board, Naomi Shaban ,has vowed to push for amendments to the Tobacco and Nicotine Control Act of 2007, arguing that the current law is outdated and continues to endanger the health of Kenyans. Speaking at a three-day workshop in Kakamega County that focused on community awareness and drug rehabilitation, Shaban highlighted the urgent need for reforms to strengthen public health protections. Stakeholders expressed concerns over the rising prevalence of substance abuse, emphasizing the need for a robust legal framework to regulate nicotine products more effectively.
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Chairperson of KTCB, Naomi Shaban ,has vowed to push for amendments to the Tobacco Act
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