💨 Abstract

The article discusses South Africa's proposal to increase excise taxes on alcohol to curb excessive drinking, as a means to reduce alcohol-related harm. The harmful use of alcohol causes approximately three million deaths annually and is linked to over 200 diseases. Taxation and pricing policies have been shown to decrease alcohol consumption, particularly among lower-income groups who are more sensitive to price changes.

Courtesy: www.thesouthafrican.com

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