South Africa wants to make alcohol more expensive Heres why its a GOOD idea

The South African

Alcohol use causes 3 million deaths yearly, burdening healthcare systems. World Health Assembly endorses plan to reduce harmful alcohol use through taxation and pricing policies. South Africa considers raising excise taxes to curb excessive drinking. Evidence shows tax increases reduce consumption and harm, especially among lower-income groups. Urgent action needed to achieve global health targets. Industry lobbying against health-focused taxes should be resisted.

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