Understanding alcohol laws in South Africa: The simplified version
To operate legally in the alcohol industry in South Africa, make sure you meet all the necessary requirements. In this blog, we aim to alleviate the stress caused by information overload by providing you with a concise overview of the basic categories, definitions and distinctions related to South African alcohol regulations. Key institutions National Liquor Authority (NLA) Responsible for enforcing Section 59 of the National Liquor Act 2003 and regulating the production and distribution of liquor. Minister issues macro manufacturing or distribution certificate Under the Department of Trade, Industry and Commerce (DTIC) Consumer and Business Regulation Division Provincial Liquor Authority (PLA) Regulates micro-manufacturing and retail sales (direct sales to customers) and issues liquor licenses South African Revenue Service (SARS) Monitor, supervise and collect excise and other taxes, import and export licenses Wine category SARS lists 5 basic categories of alcohol. The 5 categories are: Spirits/alcoholic beverages: defined as "ethyl alcohol obtained by distillation of various base products, usually with an…
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