Browsing: Report Illegal Cigarettes

Discover the hidden dangers of buying illegal cigarettes in South Africa, from health risks to economic and social impacts.

Learn about the R26.22 rule, key signs of illegal smokes, and expert advice to avoid buying counterfeit cigarettes.

Discover how the illicit cigarette trade is destroying South African jobs and costing billions in tax revenue in 2025. Learn effective strategies to stop this illegal market and join the SATTA campaign.

South Africa’s Minimum Collectable Tax (MCT) sets the legal minimum price for cigarettes at R26.22 per pack. Learn how MCT helps combat illegal smokes and protects consumers and government revenue.