There have been no changes made to the sale of alcohol in the country.
Sales of alcoholic beverages thus remain open.
News24reported that last week, SA Liquor Traders called on thegovernmentto not bring forth another alcohol sales ban.
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This followed a release of a report that highlighted the increase in illicit alcohol sales in the country.
As a result, SouthAfricawill be moving to an adjusted Alert Level 2, from Monday, 31 May.
Briefly Newstakes a look at the new restrictions, vaccination updates and increased infections announced by the President.
The alcohol industry is reportedly pleased that President Cyril Ramaphosa did not ban alcohol sales. Image: Stock PhotoSource: Getty Images
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Source: Briefly News
Reeshni ChettyReeshni Chetty is a senior current affairs reporter.
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