In 2023, Ethiopia's tobacco industry is primarily dominated by cigarettes, with higher consumption observed in eastern regions such as Somali, Afar, and Jigjiga. However, this area is also marked by a prevalence of illicit cigarettes smuggled across the border.
In 2023, the post COVID-19 tobacco industry in Ethiopia experiences sluggish growth compounded by civil conflicts affecting production and distribution. Notably, while e-cigarettes remain restricted, efforts such as the Tobacco Control Data Initiative aim to address tobacco use through data-driven approaches.
Tobacco consumption is predominantly driven by the male population, with around 9% of males reported as cigarette smokers compared to 2% of females, according to the Global Adult Tobacco Survey (GATS). Interviews with cigarette retailers confirm that demand is primarily from males aged 18-40, often concurrent with other substance use like Khat, where cigarettes serve as a complement.
In 2023, socioeconomic trends in Ethiopia highlight the dominant consumer demographic for cigarettes and tobacco products, primarily comprising males aged 21-40-years-old. Despite legislation prohibiting sales to those under 21, enforcement is weak across both urban and rural areas.
In 2023, Ethiopia's logistics sector faces significant underdevelopment, marked by inadequate road infrastructure, especially in rural areas, and inefficiencies in goods clearance at borders. Freight vehicle shortages and a mismatch in cross-country vehicle supply and demand further exacerbate challenges.
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Passport Tobacco covers the seven major tobacco categories: Cigarettes, Cigars & Cigarillos, Smoking tobacco (made up of Pipe tobacco and RYO tobacco), Smokeless Tobacco (snuff and chewing tobacco), E-Vapour Products (closed and open); Heated Tobacco; and Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine. Smoking paraphernalia such as pipes, rolling papers, lighters or matches, etc., are not included, nor are nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) products, which are part of Euromonitor's Passport Consumer Healthcare database.
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