Govt gets tough on alcohol abuse

Vincent Mwale

Local Government Minister Vincent Mwale says government is making frantic efforts in motoring and controlling the sale and consumption of alcohol in the country.

Mr. Mwale says government is concerned with the high cases of alcohol abuse in the country.

Mr. Mwale tells Journalists in Lusaka that it is unfortunate that some manufacturers, distributors and bar owners are disregarding the law when it comes to the sale of alcohol.

He has warned that government will start patrolling shops and bars selling alcohol without licenses saying this is against the law.