World No Tobacco Day: Cigarette filters threaten environment, farmlands — Climate reporters

On World No Tobacco Day, science and environment journalists from the African Climate Reporters (ACR) highlighted the detrimental impact of discarded cigarette filters and packs on the environment. They emphasized that this waste is contributing to pollution in farmlands, water bodies, and public spaces, posing a significant threat to community health and ecological balance. The Head of Communications for ACR articulated these concerns, urging for greater awareness and action to mitigate the environmental hazards associated with tobacco waste.

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