Tackling SA’s booze crisis needs practical, upstream measures
Merely running education programmes will not curb the country’s alcohol addiction
14 October 2019 - 15:12
In his recent address to parliament on gender-based violence, President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that alcohol abuse contributes to fuel this pandemic in SA.
He was correct to assert that a greater government response to addressing alcohol- (and drug-) related harm is required. There are additional imperatives to intensify efforts to reduce the harmful use of alcohol, such as the need to tackle alcohol-related crime in general, alcohol-related deaths and injuries on our roads, and underage drinking, as well as the anticipated national health insurance (NHI)...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.