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Excise taxes on beer have become a contentious issue, raising concerns about their impact on consumers, producers, and the economy. Adjusting tax policies can be challenging, though some amendments are more accepted than others.

South Africans are getting poorer as wage increases lag behind inflation as the "Great Resignation" trend continues to grip employers. South African employers expect to award wage increases of 4% to 6% in the next 12-month period, which is substantially below the current 7% inflation rate, denting employee disposable income and placing pressure on companies to find new ways to keep staff engaged and retain critical skills.