Red Tape, Rising Costs: Why the Tobacco Bill Risks Harming Retailers and Consumers

Kenya retailers warn tobacco bill risks fueling illicit trade

Kenya has witnessed an unprecedented surge in laws and regulations over the past year. While many are well-intentioned, the cumulative effect on business, particularly retail, has been disruptive. At the core of this challenge is a persistent belief that tighter regulation is always the most effective response to complex social problems. In an economy being [...] The post Kenya retailers warn tobacco bill risks fueling illicit trade appeared fir…

Red Tape, Rising Costs: Why the Tobacco Bill Risks Harming Retailers and Consumers

Kenya has witnessed an unprecedented surge in laws and regulations over the past year. While many are well-intentioned, the cumulative effect on business, particularly retail, has been disruptive. At the core of this challenge is a persistent belief that tighter regulation is always the most effective response to complex social problems. In an economy being reshaped by technology and innovation, this mindset risks doing more harm than good by re…

Kenya Tobacco Control Amendments Face Retail Pushback

Kenya Tobacco Control Amendments raise compliance costs, expand licensing, and… The post Kenya Tobacco Control Amendments Face Retail Pushback appeared first on Femme Hub.