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Global proposal for punitive tax on sugary drinks to fight obesity

In a report, the World Health Organisation (WHO) says if the taxes are increased, they will go along way in fighting what it says are global obesity and diabetes epidemics.PHOTO: COURTESY

The Government has been asked to increase tax on sugary drinks in an effort to help fight lifestyle diseases.

In a report, the World Health Organisation (WHO) says if the taxes are increased, they will go along way in fighting what it says are global obesity and diabetes epidemics.

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