Protect our Next is reaching out to valued supporters as we reach a critical phase in the journey of the Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill to law.

This Bill is a vital step towards a tobacco-free South Africa – safeguarding the health of all South Africans by regulating the use, packaging and marketing of tobacco and electronic delivery systems such as e-cigarettes. 

The deadline for public submissions to Parliament regarding the Bill is on 4 SEPTEMBER 2023.
Let’s make our collective voice heard to protect the health of our families, communities and country. 

Together, we can make a significant difference.

It’s time to say “YES” to the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill.

Add your voice here by 4 Sept: http://bit.ly/TCBill
E-mail: tobaccobill@parliament.gov.za 

Written submissions must be directed to Ms Vuyokazi Majalamba and be addressed to the Portfolio Committee on Health 3rd floor, 90 Plein Street, Cape Town 8000

MORE INFORMATION:

The objective of the Bill is to regulate the sale and advertising of tobacco products and electronic delivery systems;
to regulate the packaging and appearance of tobacco products and electronic delivery systems and to make provision for the standardisation of their packaging;
to provide for standards in respect of the manufacturing and export of tobacco products and electronic delivery systems;
to prohibit the sale of tobacco products and electronic delivery systems to children;
to prohibit the free distribution of tobacco products and electronic delivery systems;
to prohibit the sale of tobacco products and electronic delivery systems by means of vending machines; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

Parliamentary Press Release:
https://www.parliament.gov.za/press-releases/media-statement-committee-health-extends-deadline-tobacco-products-and-electronic-delivery-systems-control-bill