
10% of the adult population are current smokers
There are approximately 1.2 million current smokers in Burkina Faso
18% of men are current smokers but only 2.2% of women
Smoking in Burkina Faso
Current smoking prevalence in the general population in Burkina Faso has been decreasing, from 17% in 2000 to 13% in 2015, and a projected further decrease to 12% by 2025. Current smoking prevalence for men was 27% in 2000, decreasing to 24% in 2015 with a projected further decrease to 23% by 2025. Women's smoking has also been in decline, from 7% in 2000 to 2% in 2015, with a further decrease to 0.6% projected by 2025. The WHO published prevalence trend estimates in tobacco smoking, as shown here, in their 2018 2nd edition report, which show slightly different smoking prevalence to the WHO country profiles. Data for the estimates are not age standardised, and were obtained from WHO databases. The trend lines are projections, not predictions, of future attainment. A projection indicates a likely endpoint if the country maintains its tobacco control efforts at the same level that it has implemented them to date. Therefore the impact of recent interventions could alter the expected endpoint shown in the projection. While the methods of estimation used in the first and second editions of the WHO report are the same, the volume of data available for the second edition is larger i.e. 200 more national surveys. The results presented are therefore more robust.
3,421
Deaths
In Burkina Faso, 3421 people die each year due to tobacco smoking.
10%
tobacco smoking
The prevalence of current tobacco smoking among adults is 10%.
Nicotine Vaping Devices
in Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso does not have specific laws regulating vaping and e-cigarettes. While vaping is not explicitly banned, it is advised to use e-cigarettes only in private places and avoid vaping in public.
There are no clear age restrictions for vaping, but since the minimum legal age for tobacco use is 18 years, this rule might apply to vaping as well. Some sources (Mister Vape, UK) suggest that certain shops sell vaping products, but since vaping is relatively new in the country, availability may be limited. Travelers are thus advised to bring enough supply to last their entire trip after making sure they are permitted to carry vaping products for personal use.
Overall, while vaping is not heavily regulated in Burkina Faso, users should be mindful of public perception and ensure they have everything they need before traveling.
Heated Tobacco Products
in Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso does not have specific laws regarding Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs), including their sale, purchase, or importation for personal use. If you have any relevant and accurate information, kindly share it with the GSTHR team.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy
in Burkina Faso
You can't advertise NRT in Burkina Faso.
Snus
in Burkina Faso
There are no available online sources that provide information on the specific regulatory status of snus in Burkina Faso, including its import, sale, purchase, and use. If you have any relevant firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.
Pouches
in Burkina Faso
There are no available sources indicating specific laws regarding nicotine pouches in Burkina Faso, including their sale, purchase, use, or import for personal use. If you have relevant or firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.