South Africa’s illicit cigarette crisis: evidence from the 2021 Global Adult Tobacco Survey

The illicit cigarette trade in South Africa is rampant and driven mostly by non-multinational brands and informal retail channels. It threatens public health and causes significant tax revenue losses. The insights from this study can inform enforcement strategies.

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Tobacco Control
Published
2026-03-12
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1136/tc-2025-059765
Primary Topic
Smoking Behavior and Cessation
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South Africa’s illicit cigarette crisis: evidence from the 2021 Global Adult Tobacco Survey

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South Africa’s illicit cigarette crisis: evidence from the 2021 Global Adult Tobacco Survey

Kirsten van der Zee, Mxolisi Humphrey Zondi, Corné Van Walbeek
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Abstract

The illicit cigarette trade in South Africa is rampant and driven mostly by non-multinational brands and informal retail channels. It threatens public health and causes significant tax revenue losses. The insights from this study can inform enforcement strategies.

Tobacco Control
University of Cape Town (ZA)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 23%
Smoking Behavior and Cessation
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