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SALBA welcomes SARS seizure of R15m worth of illicit alcohol
The South African Liquor Brandowners Association (SALBA) welcomes progress made in its collaboration with the SA Revenue Service (SARS) and SA Police Service (S
By SA Wine Industry · 2 min read
Illicit Alcohol in South Africa grows by 55% in volume since 2017
The Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA) has released new research revealing a sharp increase in the illicit alcohol market, which has grown by 55% in volume since 2017.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
Closing tax leakage from illicit alcohol trade critical for post-lockdown economic recovery
The alcohol industry notes the recent media reports attributed to the SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter confirming that the illicit trade of alcohol is thrivi
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
SALBA welcomes the arrest of those involved in illicit alcohol production, sales and distribution
Salba has noted the announcement that 11 suspects have been arrested for dealing in illicit liquor production in Katlehong – with an estimated street value of R5 million.
By SA Wine Industry · 3 min read
South Africa Liquor Brand Owners Association (SALBA) welcomes Constitutional Court Ruling on Duty-Free Alcohol Quotas
The Finance Minister’s amendment to the Customs and Excise Act and Vat Act banning the duty-free sale of alcohol and tobacco products to foreign diplomats is a turning point in the enforcement of stricter measures on curbing the illicit trade of alcohol. SALBA welcomes this ruling and encourages…
By SA Wine Industry · 2 min read
Liquor traders council renews support for government’s battle against illicit trade
A coalition of liquor traders has affirmed their commitment to assist the government in its fight against the illicit liquor trade.
By SA Wine Industry · 2 min read
SA alcohol industry views on prohibition supported by international survey
The South African alcohol industry reaffirmed its objections to the government's use of prohibition in the struggle against the Covid-19 pandemic, stating that
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
Looters targeting liquor outlets to capitalise on prohibition
With liquor outlets increasingly becoming the target of looting and rioting currently sweeping across KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, the alcohol industry, including
By SA Wine Industry · 4 min read
Insta-beer: South Africa’s latest social scourge?
Insta-beer emerged as a clever way to beat the booze ban, but many feel it exploits vulnerable communities and gives the alcohol trade a bad rap.
By Anton Pretorius · 11 min read
NOT BUSINESS AS USUAL
The Western Cape Liquor Authority regulates the retail sales and micro manufacturing of liquor in the province. But has it succeeded in cutting red tape? By Wanda Augustyn
By Annalize · 9 min read
Clampdown on illicit liquor beverages
This was one of the key messages during the recent annual excise meeting at Treasury. It is estimated that the marginalised class, which cannot afford branded c
By Annalize · 3 min read
Treasury on excise
The Wine & Spirit Excise Forum had their annual meeting with representatives from Treasury and key issues discussed were the outlook of macro drivers of alcohol
By Annalize · 1 min read
