Calls to ban sexual boosters are extreme –Vongo

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President of the Traditional Practitioners Association of Zambia (TPAZ), Rodwell Vongo, has described calls to ban sexual boosters known as aphrodisiacs as extreme and ill-advised.

Dr. Vongo has likened the calls for an outright ban to punishing an entire industry of goods and services due to misuse by a few individuals.

He drew comparisons with the misuse of licensed firearms and alcohol, noting that the issue lies not with the products themselves but with how they are used.

“If someone abuses a licensed firearm, we do not ban all guns. In the same way, if some individuals misuse aphrodisiacs, we should not call for an outright ban,” Mr. Vongo stated.

He has underscored the need for sensitization over prohibition, warning that banning such products without providing alternatives would lead to underground use, posing even greater public health risks.

Mr. Vongo has also stressed that many people suffering from low libido due to medical conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure rely on traditional sexual enhancers to improve their reproductive health and general well-being.

“There are men who, due to health challenges, cannot perform sexually or father children. In such cases, these products are necessary to restore their confidence and fertility. Burning them would deny these individuals the help they need,” he said.

The TPAZ president has further acknowledged that while some young people misuse these substances in pursuit of unrealistic expectations, the solution is public education and responsible use, not banning.

“Too much of anything is harmful even sugar. What we need is mindset change and education, not draconian measures,” he added.

Mr. Vongo has urged the government and stakeholders to consider regulated use, public sensitization, and support for alternative health solutions, especially for those with legitimate medical needs.

“Let us speak for the good of the patient and the child. Our goal should be to protect lives and promote responsible health practices,” he said.

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