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Alcohol levy is good for SA's health

Charles Parry argues the case for a levy on alcohol manufacturing in South Africa.

The foundation of health care

The opportunity exists for South Africa to develop its own health promotion foundation, built on the examples from across the world.

Alcohol related harm

Abuse of alcohol has a long-term effects on a number of transgenerational determinants of socio-economic development through its effect on parenting.

The economics of alcohol

The alcohol industry makes a substantial contribution to South Africa's gross domestic product (GDP).

How would ringfencing work?

Ringfencing monies for specific uses is an established business and even a government practice.

Alcohol abuse hits SA hard

The burden experienced by South Africa from alcohol abuse affects every aspect of society, not just the abusers, research has found.

Go offshore to sidestep equity returns

Smart investors are going overseas to benefit from potential rand weakness.