WHO Threatens Zim Tobacco Exports

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Zimbabwe’s $1.2 billion tobacco industry faces a major threat as the World Health Organization considers tighter controls or a global production ban over child labour and environmental concerns. Agriculture Minister Anxious Masuka warned the move could devastate farmers and foreign currency earnings. At a regional “T5” meeting, Zimbabwe and its neighbors pledged to defend the sector while pursuing reforms under the Tobacco Value Chain Transformation Plan.