Reitumetse Makwea President Cyril Ramaphosa. Picture: Jairus Mmutle/GCIS With a looming third wave, another family meeting is on the cards as President Cyril Ramaphosa chairs the National Coronavirus Command Council today amid growing calls for an address on the country’s latest Covid-19 developments. Although the National Liquor Traders Council and the Liquor Traders Association of South Africa coalition pleaded to be consulted over any future lockdowns which may affect them, experts have advised that now might be the time for South Africa to up its vaccination game. The liquor industry also wants to ensure any decisions impacting alcohol prohibitions are guided by scientific evidence. According to acting deputy.
Liquor council wants to meet govt over restrictions Updated
Nomfundo Ngcobo
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As the third Covid-19 wave looms, the alcohol industry has written to the presidency requesting an urgent meeting related to Covid-19 related restrictions.
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The National Liquor Traders Council says it wants to sit down with government and look at ways to protect people from the virus while saving the livelihoods of millions of people.
While governments plan to combat the third wave is not yet clear, the industry has been bearing the brunt of stringent restrictions.
The Council s Lucky Ntimane says the proposed engagement seeks to ensure that any decisions taken are guided by scientific evidence.