The illicit cigarette market has been transformed into a multi-billion rand, free for all for lawbreakers. That's according to a strongly-worded statement by British American Tobacco SA. The company is now calling for an urgent enquiry. This follows the release of a report by market research company Ipsos, which found that 41% of retail outlets nationwide sold cigarettes below the minimum collectable tax level. The lowest purchase price for a pack of 20 was around R9. Courtesy #DStv403