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Rethink Your Drink ZA An alcohol harms reduction campaign by DGMT.

THE PRESIDENT HAS SPOKEN. BUT WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?President Cyril Ramaphosa announced four immediate measures to strengthe...
15/10/2026

THE PRESIDENT HAS SPOKEN. BUT WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced four immediate measures to strengthen South Africa’s response to gender-based violence and femicide, including action to address alcohol-related violence.

Harmful alcohol use can contribute to violence, but alcohol is never an excuse for abuse. Accountability remains with those who commit violence.

Government has committed to developing and submitting proposed legislative and enforcement measures to Cabinet within 60 days of the announcement. This does not mean new laws will automatically take effect within that period.

Now, the focus must turn to implementation.

We want to see:
• Stronger enforcement of existing regulations.
• Action against illegal and after-hours alcohol trading.
• Transparent public reporting on progress.

Commitments matter. Action matters more.

What changes do you want to see from government?

Source: The Presidency, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address on gender-based violence and femicide, 29 Sep

31 days. A fresh perspective.What if taking a break from alcohol could change more than just your drinking habits?Alcoho...
12/10/2026

31 days. A fresh perspective.

What if taking a break from alcohol could change more than just your drinking habits?

Alcohol is linked to serious health risks, including cancer, and according to the World Health Organization, no level of alcohol consumption is risk-free.

This , choose to pause, reflect and put your health first.

Less alcohol. Less risk. More reasons to rethink your drink.

Around the world, on World No Alcohol Day, people are taking a collective pause to rethink their drink—a global observan...
02/10/2026

Around the world, on World No Alcohol Day, people are taking a collective pause to rethink their drink—a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of alcohol harm and reducing its toll on public health🌍.

The history of this day goes back to 2008, when the government of India officially put forward the proposal during the World Health Organisation (WHO) Assembly in Geneva to confront the rising global health and social burdens caused by alcohol consumption. Recognising the urgency, 193 WHO member states signed a resolution to unite against alcohol-related harm.

The reality is heavy: the harmful use of alcohol causes approximately 3 million deaths every year, and the overall disease burden remains enormously high. Although consumption at any level carries inherent health risks, heavy alcohol consumption accounts for the majority of disease and injury.

It’s time to pause, reflect, and .

📍 Join us tonight for The First Home Exhibition at the Women’s Jail, Constitution Hill (Joburg)—exploring the realities of motherhood, the impact of alcohol-related harm and FASD, and the critical policy measures required to safeguard families. Catch the opening night tonight from 17:00 – 21:00, or view it tomorrow, Saturday 3 October, from 13:00 – 16:00. Admission is FREE—book your tickets on Quicket (link in bio 🔗).

⏳ 2 DAYS TO GO!South Africa faces the highest global rates of Foetal-Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and this demands ...
29/09/2026

⏳ 2 DAYS TO GO!

South Africa faces the highest global rates of Foetal-Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and this demands urgent, collective action.

In two days, we gather at the 2026 National Alcohol Summit, to ask an important question: what needs to change?

RethinkYourDrink PeopleBeforeProfit

28/09/2026

🗣️From Cape Town to Johannesburg: The First Home is moving to Constitution Hill!

Following a powerful launch at the Homecoming Centre The First Home exhibition is making its next stop at the National Dialogue on Alcohol Harm and Constitutional Rights, at the National Alcohol Summit 2026.

Hosted at Constitution Hill, a site deeply rooted in human rights and dignity—The First Home explores how alcohol harm, aggressive advertising, and availability intersect with the safety and well-being of women, children, and families.

Public Exhibition Hours:

📍 Venue: Constitution Hill, Johannesburg

🗓 Friday, 2 October 2026: 17:00 – 21:00

🗓 Saturday, 3 October 2026: 13:00 – 16:00

🎟 Admission: FREE (Quicket ticket link in our bio 🔗)

Hear what visitors in Cape Town had to say about their experience in Cape Town, and join the conversation in Joburg. ✨

⏳ 3 DAYS TO GO!South Africa’s response to alcohol harm needs to change—and that change requires all of us.From 1–3 Octob...
28/09/2026

⏳ 3 DAYS TO GO!

South Africa’s response to alcohol harm needs to change—and that change requires all of us.

From 1–3 October 2026, government leaders, civil society, researchers, communities, and youth will convene at the National Alcohol Summit 2026 to confront the scale of alcohol harm and reimagine a safer South Africa.

📍 Location: Constitution Hill, Johannesburg
⏰ Time: 08:00–16:00 daily

It’s time to move the conversation forward, from recognising the problem to building the change.

Seventeen dead, and 15 people injured in Wedela. Ten dead, and 11 injured in Lwandle. Twenty-seven people killed in two ...
28/09/2026

Seventeen dead, and 15 people injured in Wedela. Ten dead, and 11 injured in Lwandle.

Twenty-seven people killed in two mass shootings within hours.

In Gauteng, eight armed attackers stormed a tavern in Wedela where patrons were drinking, opening fire outside before moving inside to shoot more people, rob phones, and torch cars. Early on Sunday, gunmen killed at least 10 people and wounded 11 at a ‘Shisanyama’ in Lwandle near Cape Town. Days after a shooting at a house party near the city of Durban that killed 11 people, including a pregnant woman.

When places where people gather to socialise become scenes of mass violence and mass shootings, people pay with their lives.

In June 2026, the South African Medical Journal published an editorial in which it cited President Cyril Ramaphosa’s emphasis on alcohol and fi****ms as drivers of violence during the 2026 State of the Nation Address and his commitment to strengthening related regulation.

These attacks again bring into focus the need to confront the factors that contribute to violence in our communities, including harmful alcohol consumption, illegal alcohol trading and the availability and use of fi****ms.

Condolences to all affected by this tragedy 🙏🏽.

Seventeen dead, and 15 people injured in Wedela. Ten dead, and 11 injured in Lwandle. Twenty-seven killed in one weekend...
28/09/2026

Seventeen dead, and 15 people injured in Wedela. Ten dead, and 11 injured in Lwandle.

Twenty-seven killed in one weekend.

In Gauteng, armed attackers stormed a tavern where patrons were drinking, opening fire outside before moving inside to shoot more people, rob phones, and torch cars. In Lwandle, police suspect a business rivalry led to an attack at an unlicensed shisanyama—a venue that has already received considerable attention for illegal alcohol trading—leaving a crowd at an unlicensed venue on site as vulnerable targets for random gunfire.

When, what are supposed to be licensed and safe spaces, turn into scenes of violence and mass shootings, people pay with their lives.

In June 2026 of this year, the South African Medical Journal published an editorial whereby it cited President Cyril Ramaphosa’s emphasis on alcohol and fi****ms, as drivers of violence during the 2026 State of the Nation Address and commitment to strengthening related regulation.

A call to action is urgent—confronting harmful consumption, illegal alcohol trading alongside the persistence of gun violence to keep our communities safe.

Condolences to all that were affected by this tradegy 🙏🏽.

3 DAYS. 3 GENERATIONS. 1 CONVERSATION 🗣️1956 | 1976 | 2026 🇿🇦From the women who marched, to the young people who challen...
26/09/2026

3 DAYS. 3 GENERATIONS. 1 CONVERSATION 🗣️

1956 | 1976 | 2026 🇿🇦

From the women who marched, to the young people who challenged an unjust system, to the women shaping South Africa today.

To build a safer, fairer future, we have to confront the heavy truths of our present.

There is no excuse for abuse. ✋🏿

And in doing so, one cannot ignore the crisis of alcohol harm in South Africa either, and the massive role it plays in fueling this violence. Numerous studies have shown a link between excessive alcohol consumption and GBVF, especially in cases of intimate partner violence (IPV)—making it a critical structural driver that will not be ignored.

On 29th and 30th September, Rethink Your Drink joins the Seth Mazibukwe Foundation at the Three Generations of Women Summit (Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind) to confront these urgent challenges, honor our shared legacy, and define what bold, decisive action looks like in 2026.

Register now (link in Bio) and share this with someone who needs to be in the room. 🔗

Yesterday we celebrated Heritage Day. 🇿🇦🗣️One theme that resonated was how South Africa’s history is shaped by collectiv...
25/09/2026

Yesterday we celebrated Heritage Day. 🇿🇦🗣️

One theme that resonated was how South Africa’s history is shaped by collective resilience, where communities have consistently stepped up to build what the system failed to provide. From the historic actions of 1956 and 1976 to the grassroots mobilisation happening today, transformation has, and always will rely on those who refuse to accept the status quo.

On 29–30 September 2026, we join The Seth Mazibuko Foundation in bringing those legacies together at Maropeng The Cradle of Humankind for the Three Generations of Women Summit, focusing on direct action and tangible outcomes through:

🌱 Intergenerational exchanges connecting the pioneers of past decades with current organizers to align strategies and share hard-earned wisdom.

📋 Working commissions tackling critical public health issues head-on, including community safety and prioritising people over industry profit.

🛠️ Actionable recommendations giving attendees concrete frameworks to take back to their local networks and organisations.

🤝 Network building uniting activists, change-makers, and community leaders to strengthen ongoing advocacy.

✨ Legacy contributions ensuring every voice shapes the future programmes of the Seth Mazibukwe foundation.

Will you be in the room?

Details and registration link in bio. 🔗✨

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