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Your Trusted Source for Tobacco Control-Related Data in Zambia

An interactive portal that collects, analyzes and presents data and information on tobacco control in Zambia through rigorous primary and secondary research. 

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2.8 ZMW billion

Tobacco costs Zambia an estimated ZMW 2.8 billion (US$ 165 million) every year.

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72 out of 80 countries in 2021

Zambia has the highest level of tobacco industry interference in Africa. Zambia scored poorly in all the indicators in both 2020 and 2021.

9.7%

The Zambia Demographic Health Survey (2018) estimates tobacco use prevalence at 9.7%

10% increase in tobacco taxes

Among low and middle-income countries, studies have shown that on average, a 10% increase in tobacco taxes results in a 4% to 8% reduction in tobacco demand.

12.2%

The prevalence of illicit cigarettes in Zambia is relatively low at 12.2% compared to other Sub-Saharan African countries such as South Africa (54%) and Ethiopia (45%).

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