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Across Africa, countries such as South Africa, Morocco, Algeria, Egypt, and Nigeria have introduced measures to eliminat...
08/07/2026

Across Africa, countries such as South Africa, Morocco, Algeria, Egypt, and Nigeria have introduced measures to eliminate industrially produced trans fats and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

These experiences show that stronger food policies can make a real difference. Kenya has an opportunity to build on these lessons and advance efforts that protect public health and support healthier communities.

Did you know that industrially produced trans fats have no known health benefits and increase the risk of heart disease?...
07/07/2026

Did you know that industrially produced trans fats have no known health benefits and increase the risk of heart disease?

The good news is that they can be eliminated. The World Health Organization (WHO) REPLACE package provides countries with six practical actions to remove industrial trans fats from the food supply and help create healthier food environments. As Kenya continues efforts to strengthen food policies, understanding these actions is an important step towards protecting public health and saving lives. Join the conversation and help spread awareness.

06/07/2026

What if the next major public health victory in Kenya is a sh**ha ban?

At the Public Participation Forum on the Draft Public Health (Prohibition of Sh**ha Smoking and Waterpipe To***co Products) Rules, 2026, IILA Programmes Manager Ken Marau spoke in support of stronger measures to protect Kenyans from the harms of sh**ha and other waterpipe to***co products.

His message was simple: must come first. He breaks down why stronger action on sh**ha matters.

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Every Kenyan home deserves healthy food they can trust, and the biggest threat to heart health isn't always visible. Ind...
02/07/2026

Every Kenyan home deserves healthy food they can trust, and the biggest threat to heart health isn't always visible. Industrially produced trans fats(iTFAs) are still found in edible vegetable fats, oils, and processed and fried foods. These harmful fats increase the risk of heart disease and other non-communicable diseases, yet safer alternatives already exist. Regulating these fats, oils, and food products containing iTFAs can help protect families, improve public health, and reduce healthcare costs.

01/07/2026

Have you ever picked up a packaged food thinking it was a healthier option, only to realise the nutrition information was difficult to understand?

Our digital advocates explain why Front-of-Pack Warning Labels (FOPWL) matter to every Kenyan. Clear warnings placed on the front of food packages help consumers quickly identify products that are high in sugar, salt, saturated fat, or total fat, making everyday shopping a little easier and more informed.

For families, parents, and every consumer, clearer information means greater confidence in the choices we make. Support mandatory Front-of-Pack Warning Labels that put clear information where it belongs, right where consumers can see it.

Every Kenyan deserves the same protection from harmful industrially produced trans fats (ITFAs). Healthier food should n...
30/06/2026

Every Kenyan deserves the same protection from harmful industrially produced trans fats (ITFAs). Healthier food should not depend on where people shop, what they can afford, or what information is available to them. Strong national regulation helps create a level playing field by ensuring that everyone benefits from safer food not just those with more choices.

recommends eliminating industrially produced trans fats through mandatory national policies because consistent regulation is the most effective way to protect populations and reduce the growing burden of cardiovascular disease. Support the adoption, strengthening, and effective enforcement of WHO-aligned iTFA regulations to protect every Kenyan.

20/06/2026

🛒 Weekend shopping with the family?

Have you ever stopped to check what's really in the pre-packaged foods and beverages going into your trolley?

Many ultra-processed foods are high in sugar, salt, and fats, but the nutrition information on the back of the pack can be difficult to understand.

That's why we advocating for front-of-pack warning labels — clear, simple labels that help consumers quickly identify less healthy products and make informed choices while shopping.

Making healthier choices easier can also help reduce the growing burden of diet-related diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

It's time to put consumers first.

The International Institute for Legislative Affairs (IILA) and the African To***co Control Alliance (ATCA) invite you to...
15/06/2026

The International Institute for Legislative Affairs (IILA) and the African To***co Control Alliance (ATCA) invite you to join African ***coControl Talks for an important conversation on:

“Unmasking the To***co Industry: Exposing and Countering Interference in AfCFTA and East African Community Protocols – Kenya Case Study.”

As Africa deepens regional integration, we must ensure that public health remains at the centre of trade and policy decisions.

Join experts from across the continent as they discuss how to identify, expose, and counter to***co industry interference and safeguard policies that protect lives.

📅 19 June 2026
🕚 11am – 12:30pm GMT
📍 Zoom
🌍 English & French

👉 To register: https://shorturl.at/tHXNP

13/06/2026

"One of the biggest misconceptions about the ***coControl To***co Control (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bill No. 35 of 2024) is that it proposes extreme measures. It does not."

Speaking at yesterday's media briefing, our CEO - Celine Awuor emphasized that the Bill seeks to address a simple reality: to***co and ni****ne products have evolved, but our laws have not kept pace.

As emerging to***co and ni****ne products continue to enter the Kenyan market and appeal to children and youth, Kenya has an opportunity to close existing regulatory gaps and ensure that public health protections keep pace with industry innovation.

This Bill is ultimately about preventing addiction before it starts and protecting children and young people from products designed to attract them.

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What happens when ni****ne products start finding their way into schools and reaching children at increasingly younger a...
13/06/2026

What happens when ni****ne products start finding their way into schools and reaching children at increasingly younger ages?

Yesterday, IILA joined members of the Kenya To***co and Ni****ne Tax Coalition (KTNTC) at a media briefing calling for the urgent passage of the To***co Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024.

As vapes and ni****ne pouches become more visible and appealing to young people, coalition members warned that delays in passing the Bill leave children and youth vulnerable to addiction and its lifelong consequences.

Protecting the next generation cannot wait. Parliament has an opportunity to strengthen safeguards and close regulatory gaps before more young people are exposed.

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