Easing alcohol regulations led to more murders, says Bheki Cele
The police minister said that when the alcohol ban was lifted in June, the murder rate jumped from 20 murders per day to 40
15 July 2020 - 15:40
Police minister Bheki Cele has praised the president for reinstating the alcohol ban, saying easing regulations on liquor sales had led to more alcohol-related deaths and lawlessness in SA.
On Sunday, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the immediate reinstatement of the alcohol sales ban, a decision that led to criticism from consumers and sector stakeholders...
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