Jump to full article: The New Vision (ug), 2007-11-12
Author: Stephen Ilungole
Intro: THE trade ministry is investigating Uganda Leaf Tobacco Company Ltd for engaging in marketing malpractices.
The ministry is furious that the firm contravened the Tobacco Control and Marketing Regulation 1996 by buying tobacco leaf in Kibaale district from farmers sponsored by Continental Tobacco (U) Ltd, a rival company.
"This office has received allegations suggestive of the fact that your company has been involved in marketing malpractices by buying tobacco from farmers in Kibaale district where you have only been introduced to conduct feasibility studies but have not been issued a Tobacco Buyers' Certificate.
"It is further alleged that in Kyebando Unit, you bought tobacco at night without issuing receipts.
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