The political economy of sugar-sweetened beverage taxation: an analysis from seven countries in sub-Saharan Africa

The political economy of sugar-sweetened beverage taxation: an analysis from seven countries in sub-Saharan Africa

Background: Non-communicable diseases are on the rise across sub-Saharan Africa. The region has become a targeted growth market for sugar-sweetened beverages, which are associated with weight gain, cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. Objective: To identify politico-economic factors relevant to nut...

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Main Authors: Anne Marie Thow, Safura Abdool Karim, Mulenga M. Mukanu, Gemma Ahaibwe, Milka Wanjohi, Lebogang Gaogane, Hans Justus Amukugo, Charles Mulindabigwi Ruhara, Twalib Ngoma, Gershim Asiki, Agnes Erzse, Karen Hofman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2021-01-01
Series:Global Health Action
Subjects:
noncommunicable disease
tax
sugar-sweetened beverage
political economy
policy
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/16549716.2021.1909267

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