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EASTER

NSRI warns of spring tide dangers this weekend

The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) has urged beachgoers to be cautious in and near the ocean during the full moon spring tide. It peaks Thursday, 2 April 2026 and will significantly impact tidal conditions over the Easter weekend,…

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BEACHES

Easter weekend water safety alert

NSRI, lifeguards and the emergency services are appealing to bathers, boaters, paddlers, sailors, anglers and coastal hikers to be cautious around the coastline as the full moon Spring tide remains present, gradually subsiding toward the…

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According to the alcohol industry, the tax revenue loss (excluding excise) to the government fiscus from the value chain arising from the previous bans amounted to R29.3bn (equivalent to 2.3% of tax revenue), and direct excise tax revenue lost across the nation was R8.7bn (equal to 21.2% of excise revenue).Image: 123RF/VLADISLAVS GORNIKS
ALCOHOL BAN EASTER

Alcohol industry raises concern over possible ban ahead of Easter

The SA alcohol industry has raised concerns over a possible liquor ban or restricted sales ahead of the Easter long weekend, insisting on evidence to support the argument that such regulations would prevent a third Covid-19 wave.…

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