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Tobacco sales closure ignites smuggling 

The suspension of tobacco sales in the country last week has escalated cases of tobacco smuggling to neighbouring countries as farmers do not have any other option, it has been established.

Tobacco Association of Malawi (Tama) Executive Secretary Felix Mkumba confirmed the development saying his office has received reports of smuggling activities taking place, especially on the boarder towns of Sinda Misale and Thyola Sanu near Namitete in Lilongwe.

“As growers, we would like the government to resolve the issue of prices with the buyers urgently so that the markers can open and the malpractice can stop,” he said.

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