Tobacco Control Data Initiative - TCDI

Evidence identifies to***co use as the primary modifiable risk for cancer, surpassing the combined impact of alcohol and physical inactivity.

Integrating smoking cessation into clinical care remains a highly effective strategy for long-term .

Access the latest data on cessation practices across Kenya, South Africa, Ethiopia, Zambia, and DRC:
🔗 https://to***cocontroldata.org/en

Explore the data on sh**ha use and cessation drivers: 🔗https://nigeria.to***cocontroldata.org/en/home/sh**ha/

International Institute for Legislative Affairs
Centre for Trade Policy and Development
Health, Development and Anti-Malaria Association - HDAMA
Development Gateway
To***co Control Nigeria

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To***co use is the leading preventable cause of cancer and cancer-related deaths globally. Despite the well-established link, fragmented or inaccessible data frequently obstruct the path to effective policy.

This is where the To***co Control Data Initiative (TCDI) steps in. By providing country-specific platforms, TCDI is:
✅ Breaking down barriers to data accessibility.
✅ Consolidating reliable, comprehensive information in one place.
✅ Empowering policymakers with the evidence needed to counter industry interference.

Data is the foundation for stronger to***co control and a significant reduction in the global cancer burden.

Read our latest blog on the Cancer-To***co link and the role of data in shaping a healthier future:
https://developmentgateway.org/blog/the-cancer-to***co-link-using-data-to-drive-stronger-to***co-control-policies/

Centre for Trade Policy and Development
Health, Development and Anti-Malaria Association - HDAMA
Development Gateway
Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa
International Institute for Legislative Affairs
Alliance Congolaise pour le Contrôle de Tabac - ACCT
To***co Control Nigeria

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Thank you for joining us for the TCDI webinar!

We are grateful to nearly 100 participants, including our panellists and host, for the depth of insights and discussions shared throughout the session. The questions, comments, and reflections were robust and enriching.

The key takeaway was clear: African governments must step up to protect to***co control efforts from harmful to***co industry interference. Strong regional collaboration is also critical for cross-country policy harmonisation, monitoring, and enforcement.

Watch the full session here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALK8ffdJBSM

We would be delighted to hear your key highlights and reflections from this impactful discussion.
From all of us at TCDI, thank you for being part of an eventful and engaging session.

📍Watch out for our next webinar in March 2026.

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📢2 DAYS TO GO!

Join us for this one-hour discussion on "Strengthening the Capacity of African Policymakers, Researchers, and Civil Society Actors to Counter To***co Industry Interference", using the evidence from the To***co Industry Interference Index 2025 with a practical focus on Zambia and Ethiopia.

Moderated by Rachel Kitonyo-Devotsu (Kenya), the session will feature Policymakers and Researchers such as Professor Fastone Mathew Goma (Zambia), Dr. Chrispine Sichone (Zambia), Bitsat Shimeles (Ethiopia), and Aklilu Getinet (Ethiopia), who will share insights that would inform policy and drive evidence-based decision-making.
Also joining the panel of speakers is Deowan Mohee, an Executive Coordination & Technical Support Expert at African To***co Control Alliance (ATCA).

Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 12pm WAT | 1pm SAST | 2pm EAT
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_53daS1sGQFm1BeE-YpYSyg #/registration

Development Gateway
Centre for Trade Policy and Development
Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa
Health, Development and Anti-Malaria Association - HDAMA

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🕑Join us for this one-hour discussion on "Strengthening the Capacity of African Policymakers, Researchers, and Civil Society Actors to Counter To***co Industry Interference", using the evidence from the To***co Industry Interference Index 2025 with a practical focus on Zambia and Ethiopia.

Moderated by Rachel Kitonyo-Devotsu, the session will feature Policymakers and Researchers such as Mr. Deowan Mohee (ATCA), Professor Fastone Mathew Goma (Zambia), Dr. Chrispine Sichone (Zambia), Bitsat Shimeles (Ethiopia), Aklilu Getinet (Ethiopia), who will share insights that would inform policy and drive evidence-based decision-making.

Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 12pm WAT | 1pm SAST | 2pm EAT
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_53daS1sGQFm1BeE-YpYSyg #/registration

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