Event Brief
Hundreds March in South Africa for Alcohol Tax Increase
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 10:04 AM ET
Summary: Protesters demand higher alcohol taxes to address community issues.
WHO: Protesters
WHAT: March on Parliament demanding an increase in alcohol tax
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 9:29 AM ET
WHERE: Parliament
WHY: To address issues related to shebeens operating 24 hours
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