A sober appraisal — why raising alcohol taxes protects SA’s health and wealth

The National Treasury wants to increase alcohol excise taxes and introduce a minimum unit price, but the proposal has sparked a fierce debate between public health advocates and the alcohol industry. Our guest argues that South Africa cannot continue to frame economic growth and public health as opposing goals, saying heavy drinking is costing the country far more than the industry contributes. GUEST: David Harrison - CEO of DG Murray Trust