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A ban on smoking in Kenya's public places has come into force, to reduce the number of tobacco-related deaths. From Monday, anyone smoking in offices, bus stations, airports and sports venue faces a fine of 50,000 Kenya shillings ($700; £375) or six months in prison. Bars and restaurants without separate smoking areas are also affected.
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Kenya suspends public smoking ban
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