Africa Melane speaks to Professor Corné van Walbeek, Director of Research Unit on the Economics of Excisable Products at UCT, about the potential tax hikes on alcoholic beverages and its effectiveness in tackling over consumption.

Africa Melane speaks to Professor Corné van Walbeek, Director of Research Unit on the Economics of Excisable Products at UCT, about the potential tax hikes on alcoholic beverages and its effectiveness in tackling over consumption.

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Will tax hikes on beverages reduce the prevalence of alcohol consumption in South Africa

Guest: Jan de Koning | Editor at Rugby365

Alderman JP Smith | City of Cape Town Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security

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Plus, we’ll look beyond the action on the field. Alderman JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, shares the do’s and don’ts for a seamless stadium experience, from navigating traffic to staying safe during the games. Catch it all as we gear up for an unforgettable rugby weekend in the Mother City.

Guest: Jan de Koning | Editor at Rugby365
            Alderman JP Smith | City of Cape Town Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security
This weekend, Cape Town welcomes the world for the Sevens World Series, with the Blitzboks eager to end their home tournament drought dating back to 2015. Uncapped talent Zander Reynders and seasoned star Mfundo Ndhlovu, making his Cape Town debut, bring a fresh blend of energy and experience to the squad. Rugby analyst Jan de Koning joins Africa Melane to break down the Blitzboks' prospects, key players, and what it will take to claim victory on home soil.
Plus, we’ll look beyond the action on the field. Alderman JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, shares the do’s and don’ts for a seamless stadium experience, from navigating traffic to staying safe during the games. Catch it all as we gear up for an unforgettable rugby weekend in the Mother City.

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Joining Africa Melane today, is Nadia Lubowski, Director of ALET, who bring sa wealth of experience as a foundation-phase educator with a master’s degree in Curriculum Development

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Will tax hikes on beverages reduce the prevalence of alcohol consumption in South Africa

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