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South Africa raises taxes on alcohol and tobacco, increasing costs for consumers to boost state revenue.
South Africa's Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, announced a tax increase on alcohol and tobacco products in the 2025 budget, raising excise duties by 6.75% and 4.75%, respectively.
This will make a can of beer 16 cents more expensive and add about R1 to a pack of cigarettes.
Critics warn the hike could boost the illicit trade, benefiting criminals.
The government aims to generate more revenue to tackle social and economic issues.
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Sudáfrica aumenta los impuestos sobre el alcohol y el tabaco, aumentando los costos para los consumidores para aumentar los ingresos estatales.