At the policy level, the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) Article 6 Guidelines encourage Parties to raise taxes on tobacco products consistently to reduce their affordability over time.8 Despite this, countries classified as African by the WHO African Regional Office (WHO-AFRO) are the poorest performers in the area of tobacco taxation.9 The regions average cigarette excise tax incidence on a 20-pack of the most-sold cigarette brand is 27.2%the lowest of any WHO country grouping.9 Although not a necessary condition for securing tax policy change, policy-makers typically require local evidence before increasing tobacco taxes.10 Local price data are needed to produce this evidence
If you or someone you know is struggling with smoking cessation, seek support from healthcare providers, support groups, and smoking cessation programs
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