Let’s turn our attention to a growing trend across the region, the booming market of slimming teas.

From Instagram ads to market stalls and WhatsApp vendors, these products are promoted as quick fixes for weight loss, promising flat stomachs and fast results. But behind the glossy packaging and bold claims, health experts are raising serious concerns about what’s actually inside these teas, how they work, and the risks they may pose.

In today’s report, we unpack the hype, the hidden ingredients, and the potential consequences for consumers, especially young people under pressure to achieve so-called “perfect bodies.”

What do these slimming teas really do? Are they safe? And why are so many West Africans turning to them?

Let’s find out with Augustine Kollie.