Retailers, traders warn proposed law could boost illicit trade

Stakeholders drawn from Kenya’s retail, harm reduction and entertainment sectors have cautioned that the enactment of the proposed Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2026, in its current form could inadvertently fuel illicit trade, increase the cost of doing business and negatively affect livelihoods across the value chain. Subscribe and watch NTV Kenya live for latest Kenyan news today and everyday as told by Kenyans. Get the Kenya news updates, discussions and other exciting shows. Website: https://www.ntvkenya.co.ke || Paper: Daily Nation || Twitter: @ntvkenya || Facebook: NTV Kenya || Instagram: NTV Kenya