GFN News #172 | Is Africa at a Turning Point on Nicotine Policy?

2026 could be a turning point for nicotine policy in Africa. In this episode of GFN News, Joanna Junak speaks with Joseph Magero, consumer advocate and Chairman of the Campaign for Safer Alternatives, about the challenges and opportunities for harm reduction, the impact of restrictive policies, and how countries like South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria are shaping the future of safer nicotine products. Topics Covered: - Harm reduction vs tobacco control in Africa - Regulation of vaping, heated products, and nicotine pouches - Black market impacts and public health concerns - How misinformation affects policy decisions Stay informed on Africa’s nicotine policy landscape and what it means for smokers and regulators.