Ministry of Health Rallies Counties to Tackle Tobacco and Substance Abuse at Devolution Conference 2025
Ministry of Health Rallies Counties to Tackle Tobacco and Substance Abuse at Devolution Conference 2025
Ministry of Health Rallies Counties to Tackle Tobacco and Substance Abuse at Devolution Conference 2025
Ministry of Health Rallies Counties to Tackle Tobacco and Substance Abuse at Devolution Conference 2025
Ministry of Health Rallies Counties to Tackle Tobacco and Substance Abuse at Devolution Conference 2025

Ministry of Health Rallies Counties to Tackle Tobacco and Substance Abuse at Devolution Conference 2025

MoH News / Fri, 08/15/2025 - 19:28

Homabay Thursday August 14,2025 Kenya has cut adult tobacco use to 8.5% (TADSAS 2022) from 11.6% in 2014 through a number of strategies. Yet, over 650,000 adolescents have tried tobacco or nicotine, with flavored pouches on the rise — demanding urgent action.

 

At  the Devolution Conference 2025, the State Dept. for Public Health & Professional Standards hosted a side event themed “Strengthening Devolved Responses to Drugs and Substance Abuse: A Call to Action for All Counties.” 

Leaders, experts & partners explored locally driven solutions, enforcement, cessation support & sustainable livelihoods. Together, we can protect our communities & future generations.