‘Give us a break,’ say many as Mkhize tries to explain booze ban

14 July 2020 - 07:00
By Ernest Mabuza and Shonisani Tshikalange and Orrin Singh
Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize said hospitals are over-burdened with patients coming in for alcohol-related accidents.
Image: Thapelo Morebudi/Sunday Times. Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize said hospitals are over-burdened with patients coming in for alcohol-related accidents.

Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize says it’s inexcusable to clog beds with drinkers.

But South Africans are pointing to apparent double standards.

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