Commentary
Expert analysis. Real markets. Consumer-first.
Our experts publish regularly in leading African policy and business outlets and appear on television, radio and podcasts to discuss consumer-focused regulation. Featured outlets include The Liberalist, African Liberty, The Cable, Business Day Nigeria, Nigerian Tribune, The Star, Daily Friend, Biz News.
Three Years On, Nigeria's Sugar Tax Has Raised Prices, Not Public Health
An analysis of how Nigeria's sugar tax has primarily increased consumer costs without delivering meaningful public health improvements.
By Michael Abisoye
Nigeria's Digital Economy Is Booming, But New Taxes Are Locking Consumers Out
Rather than imposing more taxes, the government should reduce barriers to digital access, allowing consumers to thrive in Nigeria's booming digital economy.
By Michael Abisoye
COP10's Recognition of Human Rights in Tobacco Control is Good for Consumers
How recognition of human rights in tobacco control policies at COP10 benefits consumers by promoting informed choice and evidence-based regulation.
By Nicholas Aderinto
Balancing Evidence and Public Health in Kenyan Tobacco Regulation
Examining the importance of evidence-based approaches in tobacco regulation to achieve effective public health outcomes while respecting consumer freedom.
By Michael Abisoye
Dispelling myths and fallacies about smoking alternatives
Science shows that making alternative products accessible to adult smokers will help save lives by dispelling harmful myths about smoking alternatives.
By Edam Shem
High Excise Duties are Preventing Access to Safer Alternatives to Smoking in Africa
Explores how excessive excise taxes reduce access to safer smoking alternatives across African markets, undermining consumer choice.
By Olumayowa Okediran
Kenya should not Restrict its Citizens from Tobacco Alternatives
An argument against restrictive tobacco harm-reduction policies, highlighting how access to safer alternatives protects consumer choice and public health.
By Jamlick Kogi
Life-saving potential of alternative nicotine products
Examines the evidence supporting alternative nicotine products as harm-reduction tools and the risks of over-regulation.
By Jamlick Kogi
Kenya's Foundation for Consumer Freedom Advancement (Podcast)
Podcast discussion about FCFA's mission and work in advancing consumer freedom and evidence-based policy in Kenya.
By Edam Shem
Government ticks all the wrong tobacco boxes
Critical analysis of government tobacco policies and their impact on consumer choice and public health outcomes.
By Linda Kavuka
Why SA's plan to tax e-cigarettes would be counterproductive
Analysis of South Africa's proposed e-cigarette taxation and its potential negative impacts on public health and consumer choice.
By Olumayowa Okediran
How the new sugar tax will hurt Nigerians
Analysis of Nigeria's sugar tax implementation and its potential negative effects on consumers and small businesses.
By Olumayowa Okediran
How the new sugar tax will hurt Nigerians (The Cable)
Analysis of Nigeria's sugar tax implementation and its potential negative effects on consumers and small businesses.
By Olumayowa Okediran
Soft drinks tax: One tax too many for Nigerians
Examining the burden of additional taxation on soft drinks and its impact on Nigerian consumers and the economy.
By Chukwuemeka Ezeugo
Promote healthier alternatives to tobacco
Advocating for policies that promote awareness and access to healthier alternatives to traditional tobacco products.
By Linda Kavuka
The Kenyan Government should Stop Interfering in People's Lives
Examining government overreach in personal lifestyle choices and the importance of preserving individual freedom in Kenya.
By Edam Shem
Lack of information about alternatives may increase smoking-related casualties
Discussing how restricted information about tobacco alternatives could potentially lead to increased smoking-related health issues.
By Linda Kavuka