Let’s control khat, before it is controlling us! Khat has become a silent health crisis in Ethiopia. EPHI’s Rapid Evidence Review, “Effect of khat on health and society” (Feb 2021), shows that regular chewing consistently raises blood pressure and heart…

The unmitigated use of Khat carries profound consequences across every sector of society: Psychological & Physical Health: Increasing rates of dependency, mental health disorders, and long-term organ damage. Social & Economic Impact: Eroded family structures, decreased labor productivity, and the…

Teaming Up for a Tobacco-Free Future! Great news! Here at MCDO, we’re taking a big step forward in the fight against tobacco. On June 25th, 2025, in Addis Ababa, we officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ethiopian…