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Smoking, vaping, HTP, NRT and snus in Senegal

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6% of the adult population are current smokers

There are approximately 590,302 current smokers in Senegal

11.7% of men are current smokers but only 0.6% of women

Country profile
Data sourced: 2025.   Page updated: 2025-06-19

Smoking in Senegal

There has been a downwards trend in current smoking prevalence in the general population in Senegal. In 2000 the overall prevalence was estimated to be around 11%; this decreased to 8% by 2015, with a projection to decrease to 7% by 2025. Men's smoking prevalence decreased from 21% to 17% between 2000 and 2015, and is projected to decrease further to 15% by 2025 according to WHO trend data. Women's smoking during the same period has shown a small decrease, from 1.6% in 2000 to 0.4% in 2015, and is projected to be around 0.2% 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.

3,171

Deaths

In Senegal, 3171 people die each year due to tobacco smoking.

0.1%

traditional smokeless use

The prevalence of current traditional smokeless use among adults is 0.1%.

Details & datasheet on smoking in Senegal

Nicotine Vaping Devices

in Senegal

In Senegal, e-cigarettes are banned, including their sale and advertisement. They are classified as tobacco products, meaning they are subject to the same regulations and restrictions. As a result it can be assumed that purchasing vaping devices or nicotine online for personal use is not allowed. Additionally, all packaging must include health warnings, and only individuals aged 18 and above can legally purchase these products. Vaping is also restricted in public places.
If you have firsthand experience or additional insights on vaping regulations in Senegal, please email the GSTHR team.

Details & datasheet on vaping in Senegal

Heated Tobacco Products

in Senegal

There are no specific laws regarding Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs) in Senegal. However, these products are classified and regulated as tobacco products in the country. As such, HTPs cannot be sold to minors and cannot be marketed or advertised in any form. The importation of HTPs for personal use is not explicitly addressed in available online resources. If you have any relevant information, please share it with the GSTHR team. You can't advertise HTP in Senegal.

Details & datasheet on HTP in Senegal

Nicotine Replacement Therapy

in Senegal

In Senegal, Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is allowed, and it is legal to sell and use NRT products. These products are available in pharmacies throughout the country; however, a prescription is required for purchase. Although NRT is not regulated as a medicinal product and is not included on the country's essential drugs list, the government provides partial financial support to help cover its cost. Additionally, the advertisement of NRT products is regulated. NRT is legal to use.

Details & datasheet on NRT in Senegal

Snus

in Senegal

There are no online sources providing information on specific regulations regarding snus in Senegal. However, information received from an industry source in 2014 shows that snus is permitted in the country, including its import, sale, purchase, and use. If you have any relevant or firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.

Details & datasheet on snus in Senegal

Pouches

in Senegal

Available sources do not indicate any specific laws regarding nicotine pouches in Senegal, including their sale, purchase, use, or import for personal use. If you have any relevant or firsthand information, please share it with the GSTHR team.

Details & datasheet on pouches in Senegal
The GSTHR database is updated regularly by our team. However, please be aware that the information we provide does not constitute legal advice. We cannot guarantee that the information is up to date or accurate, as the regulatory status of different product categories can change at short notice and with little publicity. If you wish to check the legal status of use or possession of any safer nicotine product in a specific country or region, you should verify the information independently. If you have reason to think that the information supplied on the GSTHR is inaccurate, please contact us with details and any references and we will rectify any errors.
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