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President Irfaan Ali Announces Restrictions on Vapes in Guyana

When His Excellency President Irfaan Ali announced the restrictions on vapes last night, teachers and parents across the country breathed a collective sigh of relief.

Published by Ministry of Education

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They strongly welcomed the decision, noting that these new restrictions will essentially remove the dangerous temptations facing many of our young people.

Vaping has become an escalating crisis confronting families everywhere, threatening brain development in children and adolescents alike.

By halting the importation of recreational vaping products, the Government is taking a definitive stand to protect our students, safeguard public health and secure a wholesome future for generations of Guyanese.

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