Alcohol sales ban
144 investigations conducted for liquor contraventions of lockdown rules in WC
Over 40 licences have been suspended over the past several months.
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eSwatini sticks to 2-month-old alcohol sales ban amid COVID-19
The government there said it's still deciding about whether it should be dropped.
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Maker of Savanna & Amarula says it lost R4.6bn in revenue during alcohol ban
On 702's The Money Show, Distell Group CEO Richard Rushton quantified the 'dramatic' impact of the ban on the sale of alcohol during the lockdown and speculated about recovery for the alcohol industry.
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Gauteng sees decrease in hospital trauma cases due to lockdown
Government banned the sale of booze to ensure there was adequate space in the trauma units at hospitals amid the battle against COVID-19.
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No Ramaphosa address banning sale of alcohol tonight - Presidency
The Presidency has clarified this following a voice message doing the rounds on social media saying that the president would address the nation tonight at 8pm.
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Mbalula calls for stricter alcohol laws, says 'people are out of control'
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula made the call during a briefing on Monday after three Tshwane metro police officers were killed in a head-on collision with a suspected drunk driver over the weekend.
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With alcohol sales back, WC Health Dept closely watching trauma admissions
The prohibition was relaxed as the country dropped to level two lockdown this week with COVID-19 infections stabilising.
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Liquor traders express concern over lockdown impact on businesses
Francinah Fenyanye, owner Fenyane’s Tavern, on Tuesday said despite government’s attempt to give alcohol traders a lifeline it would be difficult to turn a profit or break even.
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Calls for stricter controls after booze and tobacco sale bans lifted
The bans were lifted after lockdown regulations were amended to reopen the economy as the COVID-19 infection rate dropped.
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WC consumers urged to drink responsibly as level 2 kicks in
Western Cape Community Safety MEC Albert Fritz said that to date, the Western Cape Liquor Authority had investigated 117 contraventions of the lockdown and suspended 38 licences.
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Liquor outlets prep for level two reopening
Its day 144 of the national lockdown, and South Africa is preparing to progress to level 2 of the coronavirus lockdown from midnight. Fenyane’s Tavern owner, Francinah Fenyanye, in Vosloorus says she is worried about who will buy from them because most customers have lost their jobs. #liquorban #alcoholban #lockdowLevel2
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Safety in spotlight as retailers prepare for return of alcohol, cigarettes sales
The move to level 2 would see the ban on booze lifted again and the highly anticipated return of cigarettes sales.
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WC Agri MEC, Agri WC welcome lifting of alcohol sales ban
Western Cape Agriculture MEC Ivan Meyer said that the resumption of alcohol sales and distribution would help save livelihoods.
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Industry players mum on reports of lifting of tobacco, alcohol sale bans
The reports cited unnamed sources and suggested South Africa could move to level 2 of the COVID-19 lockdown.
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Cosatu calls for alcohol sales ban to be lifted, says black market thriving
Government said that it banned alcohol sales to help cut down on trauma-related injuries in hospitals as the country battled the spread of COVID-19.
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CT restaurants: No evidence of onsite alcohol use adding to trauma cases
The applicants want all eateries with a valid liquor licence to be allowed to serve alcohol for on-site consumption.
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Premier Winde calls for alcohol sales ban to be lifted in WC
Following a cabinet meeting, Winde said that the province had sufficient health capability to manage COVID-19 patients.
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WC hospitals backed to handle trauma & COVID-19 cases if booze sales ban lifted
Since the alcohol ban was reinstated three weeks ago, trauma units at Western Cape hospitals have been under less pressure.
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Mkhize: KZN COVID-19 cases rising more than other provinces
Health Minister Zweli Mkhize is in KwaZulu-Natal for two days to check the state of readiness of COVID-19 facilities ahead of the expected peak in infections in the province. #CoronavirusSA #KwaZuluNatal #ZweliMkhize
