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Beer industry warns above-inflation sin tax to fuel illicit alcohol market
The Beer Association of South Africa warns that above-inflation excise duty increases could drive consumers towards dangerous illicit alcohol alternatives, while threatening industry investment and jobs. The 6. 75% hike comes amid rising production costs and growing affordability concerns
Heineken partners with Soufflet Malt as South Africa gets R2bn investment boost
Heineken and Soufflet Malt's R2bn investment in South Africa promises economic growth and job creation.
BASA responds to National Treasury's alcohol tax review
The Beer Association of South Africa (BASA) today submitted its response to the National Treasury’s proposed review of the alcohol taxation system.
SA beer industry applauds newly proposed taxation to reduce harmful consumption
Treasury is considering an option to either increase the guideline tax burden for all the alcohol categories or to do away with it completely.
SAB's groundbreaking campaigns score big at Effie Awards with nine major wins
SAB won nine Effie Awards, highlighting its successful campaigns that combine creativity and impact, driving business results while addressing important social issues in South Africa.
Women in South Africa are reshaping the craft beer industry
As more women enter the brewing world, they challenge stereotypes and build a vibrant community that reflects true diversity in the beer scene.
‘Spider-Man’ star Tom Holland launches premium non-alcoholic beer
Tom Holland enters beverage industry with launch of non-alcoholic beer ‘Bero’
International Beer and Pizza Day: expert pairing guide for food lovers
Discover why pizza and beer are the perfect culinary duo this International Beer and Pizza Day. Learn about health benefits, expert pairing tips, and how to elevate your next pizza party.
SA beer industry complains about the bitter taste of above-inflation excise duties
The report also found that the government disproportionately relied on the beer industry for excise revenues, representing 34. 7% of total excise revenues in 2023/24 and making beer the largest of all excisable products.
Police confiscate 201 litres of liquor and arrest 34-year-old woman for selling alcohol without licence
A 34-year-old woman was arrested on a charge of dealing in liquor without a licence, and police seized 111 litres of booze.
Here’s to creativity: Four unique ways to celebrate International Beer Day
Take International Beer Day to the next level by trying out these unique beer inspired ideas.
Glass full: Castle Lager is Africa’s most valuable beer brand
As Africa’s most valuable beer brand (2024 brand value at $698 million or R12. 8 billion), Castle Lager has experienced a stellar year with 22% growth compared to its brand value in 2023 ($574m).
Unleash some fun and funds at Ales for Tails
This year’s Kloof & Highway SPCA charity event blends the best in craft beer and spirits, a big line-up of bands, and the added charm of a family and dog-friendly atmosphere (dogs on leads welcome), for a perfect day out.
Training programme to boost beer and tourism industry
The training program has been recently launched by the Craft Beer Association of South Africa and the Beer Route for the local tour guides to have the knowledge to lead travellers on explorations of local breweries and artisanal beer tastings.
Cheers to ‘cooking in a bottle’
CraftFest is a celebration where you can party in style and at the same time meet the makers of artisanal beer, spirits, food, deli wares and hand-crafted goods.
KZN brewing company wins big at African Beer Cup
According to competition director and co-founder Lucy Corne, 271 beers from 16 African countries were entered in the competition.
Cheers as Simondium microbrewery scoops Best Beer in Africa
In the heart of the Cape Winelands, a stone’s throw away from Franschhoek, lies a brewery built within the old tank walls of the former Drakenstein Co-operative Winery.
Celebrating One Year of HEINEKEN Beverages: A Journey of Innovation and Commitment
HEINEKEN Beverages, is proud to have been recently recognised by President Ramaphosa for their progressive Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), known as Bokamoso.
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The maturing craft brewing market in South Africa
Over the past decade, South Africa has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its craft brewing scene.
On this day, April 16
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Charlene Louw appointed CEO of Beer Association of South Africa
Louw has extensive experience in commercial and corporate law for more than 20 years.
Heineken® – a one of a kind beer gets a one of a kind bottle
Heineken® beer, which has the same design in 190 countries world-wide, will break with tradition unveiling a bold new design for its new returnable bottle in South Africa – a change not made anywhere else in the world. The 650ml returnable bottle dubbed the “Star Bottle” features the brand’s iconic star on its body with the Heineken® name deeply etched directly on the glass.
Heineken invests R2. 3bn in its SA returnable bottling programme
The company’s move aims to align to the beer maker’s global ambition of net zero carbon by 2040 as per the Dutch brewer’s Brew a Better World strategy.