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Alcoholic drinks traders seek relief from excise tax

Couple shopping for wine in a supermarket. [iStockphoto]

Alcoholic beverages businesses could be the most affected by the Finance Bill 2024 if implemented owing to the compounding effect of previous tax adjustments done in 2022.

The Finance Bill 2024 has already been met with negative reviews from players in the sector who claim its implementation will likely drive alcohol manufacturers out of the country.

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