The Center for Tobacco Control in Africa
@CTC_AFRICA
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Working towards a tobacco free Africa, the CTCA supports African governments to develop and build sustainable Tobacco Control programmes.
Kampala Uganda
Joined January 2012
10 years ago the @CTC_AFRICA was launched with a dream of providing tobacco control support on the continent. Today we're celebrating a decade of capacity support in Africa, engaging countries for effective tobacco control . The dream is A Tobacco Free Africa #CTCAturns10
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Last call!.Apply for the Certificate in Tobacco Control before 20 July 2025!.100% Online: Top African Experts | 📆Starts 4 Aug.Boost your skills in tobacco control & public health.
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Let’s push for stricter policies and awareness campaigns to protect public health!.
On the #WorldDrugDay2025 today, we take a look at yesterday's @DailyMonitor on tobacco in Uganda. The theme for this year is, "The evidence is clear: invest in prevention. Break the cycle". #stoporganisedcrime #taxtobaccosavelivesug @CTC_AFRICA
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Don't miss out! . CTCA’s Certificate in Tobacco Control Online Course starts 4th August 2025. Apply by 20th July
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RT @CRUK_Policy: We are at the #WCTC2025 in Dublin where we hosted a joint session with @uicc. Our global partners @IILAinfo and @CTC_AFRIC….
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Our own @EzekielMusasizi, alongside @RachelDevotsu a partner in tobacco control, is proudly representing CTCA at the 2025 World Conference on Tobacco in Dublin, Ireland.
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We hosted a Q&A webinar on our upcoming Online Short Course in Tobacco Control (starts Aug 4). Still have questions? We’re happy to help!. 🧠 4-week program for mid-to-senior professionals.📅 Apply by July 20.💰 Fee: $500 | Need-Based Scholarships available
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Applications open for the Tobacco Control Online Short Course by CTCA. Starts: 15 July 2025 | Fee: $500 | Online.ℹ️ Info Session: 18 June, 4PM EAT on Zoom (.📅 Deadline: 20 August.
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This is truly disheartening and clearly violates the WHO-FCTC regulations and poses a serious threat not just to young people, but to the general population. Such practices undermine public health efforts and call for stronger enforcement of tobacco control policies.
😆these oris sticks are finishing the youth in Kampala especially campusers
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RT @PolicyUganda: As members of the "UTTC" with our colleagues (@UNAUGANDA , @CTC_AFRICA , @unhco , @WFYAfrica , @UgCancerSociety and @uhca….
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When nicotine hits harder and comes cheaper, it's our kids who pay the price. Flavored e-cigs are not harmless, they're addiction by design. It's time regulators put health before profit.
Flavored e-cigarettes now on the market deliver ever-greater levels of nicotine at lower prices, increasing the risk to kids. Some products contain as much nicotine as 200 cigarettes or more. The industry’s strategy is clear: Lure kids with fun flavors and hook them with massive.
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CTCA is gearing up for the Short Course Training on Tobacco Control as part of its commitment to Capacity Development, one of its five strategic pillars. This initiative aims to strengthen human resource capacity to enhance efforts in tobacco control. @WHOAFRO @ACBF_Official.
The Makerere University Institute for Online Distance and e-Learning (IODeL) Multimedia team visited the Vice Chancellor’s office to record a short video for the Centre for Tobacco Control in Africa’s announcement of an online course on Tobacco Control. This activity reflects
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RT @ProfNawangwe: The Makerere University Institute for Online Distance and e-Learning (IODeL) Multimedia team visited the Vice Chancellor’….
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RT @PolicyUganda: Is tobacco something controllable? Yes, it is. Taxing it can be one way of controlling it. How? @lynderlinda elaborates….
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RT @uhca_ug: Alone, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean of possibilities. Taxing tobacco products eliminates infiltration of the i….
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Our MIS consultant, Wilson Abigaba, walked us through the processes of our soon-to-be-operational Management Information System (MIS). We’re taking a big step towards efficiency by transitioning from paperwork to online systems! 💻📊.@JimArinaitwe @WilliamBazeyo @EzekielMusasiz.
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Our COO, Dr. Jim Arinaitwe, just shared key updates on ongoing CTCA projects, including the Quit4Life study trial, Tobacco Control Project, and the Uganda Tobacco Taxation Coalition. Exciting strides in tobacco control & public health! 💡.#6thCTCABoardMeeting.
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This morning, our new board members had an insightful induction session led by our Company Secretary, Esther Kabinga, covering their key roles & responsibilities. Strong governance starts with strong knowledge! 💡.#6thCTCABoardMeeting.
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Over the next two days, we'll focus on key governance priorities, including the induction of new Board members. Exciting times ahead for tobacco control in Africa!.Stay tuned for updates!.#CTCA#TobaccoControl.
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