Compliance with smoke-free laws in hospitality venues in Ethiopia: A cross-sectional observational study in 10 cities.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The 2019 Ethiopia's comprehensive tobacco control proclamation mandates 100% smoke-free public places and workplaces. Despite the proclamation, compliance remains uncertain, particularly at hospitality venues (HVs). The aim of this study was to evaluate the extent of compliance with smoke-free laws in HVs and to also understand the factors associated with non-compliance.

Methods

This cross-sectional observational study was conducted in 10 cities in Ethiopia-Addis Ababa, Adama, Assosa, Bahir Dar, Dire Dawa, Gambella, Harar, Hawassa, Jigjiga, and Semera-Logia -between December 5th and 28th, 2022. Data were collected electronically using smartphones, utilizing a pre-tested, standardized checklist and covert observation. The subjects were selected through multi-stage

SUBMITTER: Deressa W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11844872 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature