Liquor traders encouraged to abide by the law
Liquor traders were encouraged to abide by the law or they would lose their trading licence.
Tsakani – Liquor traders were reminded to comply with all the liquor board regulations to avoid being shut down, during a monthly meeting on Thursday.
The monthly meetings are aimed at building a strong crime prevention strategy.
Tsakani police spokesperson Sergeant Lerato Mngomezulu explained that the meetings are also held to educate the traders about the importance of abiding by the law.
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“This would reduce some of the criminal activities as selling liquor without licence alone is a crime.
“Liquor traders can also play a role in fighting GBV and drug abuse awareness,” she added.
They were also informed that the high rate of crime in the area is a result of the usage of alcohol.
Tsakani SAPS has zero tolerance toward taverns that are breaking the rules and not complying with the regulations.
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