Tobacco farmers face losses in BAT plan

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Tobacco farmers face losses in BAT plan

Tobacco farmers face future loss of livelihood as cigarette maker British American Tobacco (BAT) Kenya is shifting its attention to nicotine pouches and similar products.

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