59% of sampled stores in SA are selling illicit tobacco products.

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GUEST - Johnny Moloto, Area Head of Corporate & Regulatory Affairs for BAT Sub-Saharan Africa.

New Ipsos research released today reveals that 59% of sampled stores in South Africa are selling illicit tobacco products, with prices as low as R5 for a pack of 20 cigarettes, intensifying the ongoing price war among illicit manufacturers.
The study also revealed there are new manufacturers in the market, fuelling intense competition at the bottom end of the market.
“The entrance of new players raises some serious concerns about Government’s commitment to address illicit trade. Nothing justifies licensing new manufacturers in a sector already ravaged by high levels of non-compliance without conducting proper due diligence” said Johnny Moloto, Area Head of Corporate & Regulatory Affairs for BAT Sub-Saharan Africa.

15 Jul 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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