South Africa: Residents line up at liquor stores after authorities lift 9-week alcohol ban

The most welcome aspect of this week's changes in #SouthAfrica is the lifting of the #alcohol ban. The 9-week ban was brought in to ease up pressure on emergency services amidst the #coronavirus crisis, who reported a steep drop in alcohol-related accidents and fighting. People woke up at dawn to queue to restock. Subscribe to France 24 now:
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