Namibian primary school children addicted to vaping

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Namibia faces a growing vaping crisis, with primary school children becoming addicted to electronic cigarettes, known locally as 'choef'. Despite legislative efforts to ban or regulate vaping and hubbly products, their use persists, with many young people viewing them as harmless or even trendy, and prices as low as N$100 make them accessible. Concerns are mounting over the addictive nature of nicotine in vapes and potential health risks, including lung damage and even explosions, while some parents reportedly do not object to their children vaping.


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