Alcohol sales ban
Change of plans: Dlamini-Zuma says you can transport alcohol on Easter holidays
'The short answer is that yes, people can transport their own alcohol even between provinces,' said Cogta spokesperson Lungi Mtshali late on Thursday.
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Law expert says transportation of booze over Easter weekend isn't illegal
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini -Zuma said they had learnt that when there was increased movement of people, the likelihood of the spread of COVID-19 became higher.
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SA wine 'paradise' finds success by going its own way
Vineyards in Hemel en Aarde are carving out a global reputation among wine lovers seeking a fresh, distinctive flavour.
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Alcohol, tobacco, hospitality industries look to Mboweni to ease struggles
The alcohol industry recently reported that it lost R36.3 billion in sales revenue as a result of the three lockdown-related bans.
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WC hospitals see significant spike in trauma cases after booze sales ban lifted
Provincial Head of Health, Dr Keith Cloete, said that despite a drop in the number of COVID-19 cases being recorded, there was still significant pressure on the health system.
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Liquor industry hopes Ramaphosa will touch on booze policy at Sona
The Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance's Maurice Smithers said President Cyril Ramaphosa has to touch on alcohol policy to give certainty, precisely because of COVID-19.
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Trauma cases in Gauteng hospitals spike again after alcohol sales ban lifted
On 1 February, hospitals had around 180 trauma cases, which escalated steadily over the week to more than 500 at the weekend.
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Back in business: CT bars, taverns relieved after alcohol sales ban lifted
Owners of bars, taverns and restaurants said that it was a stressful 10 months with alcohol sales being banned and lifted at any time during the pandemic and lockdown.
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A tough road to recovery: CT bars, taverns relieved as alcohol sales ban lifted
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday night announced alcohol may now be served at licensed premises throughout the week, while sales for off-site consumption are allowed from Mondays to Thursdays.
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Inside the new level 3 lockdown regulations
On 1 February President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the easing of certain level three lockdown regulations. Here are the main changes to the rules.
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Relaxing of lockdown restrictions sparks mixed feelings from political parties
On Monday, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the lifting of the ban on the sale of alcohol, visiting beaches and religious gatherings.
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Tourism, liquor sectors breathe easier after lockdown eased
Cape Town Tourism was thankful that curbs like the beach ban have been lifted but it was quick to add that the damage may have already been done.
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Lockdown adjusted: Church gatherings permitted; alcohol sales ban lifted
President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation on 1 February 2021 on government's latest efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. He also announced changes to the restrictions of the adjusted level 3 lockdown.
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CT woman expected in court for breaking lockdown regulations on alcohol
The police's Noloyiso Rwexana said that 200 bottles of cider and wine were seized.
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Agri Western Cape rallies behind Vinpro on court bid against alcohol sales ban
The application is seeking urgent interim relief for producers and wants the Western Cape premier to be given the power to adopt deviations to enable off and on consumption alcohol sales in the province.
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Vinpro takes govt to court over alcohol sales ban
Government instituted the latest ban on 28 December to help hospitals cope with an influx of COVID-19 cases.
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WC's Winde reiterates call for lifting of alcohol sales ban, pushing back curfew
The moves come as the province shows a continued decline in COVID-19 infections, hospitalisations and deaths.
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Job losses in hospitality, alcohol sectors a concern as lockdown grinds on
The Restaurant Association of South Africa has urged South Africans to support eateries during these tough times.
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Butterworth trio due in court for selling alcohol
On Saturday, authorities reacted to a community tip-off regarding a local tavern that had been selling alcohol.
