This archive report was first published on 5 August 2020.
South Africa's lockdown has had far-reaching consequences, with the South African drinks industry being among the hardest hit.
As of the end of May, a ban on the sale of alcohol was in place, significantly impacting businesses in the sector.
South African Breweries (SAB), a leading player in the industry, has been forced to abandon a Sh31 billion investment plan due to the restrictions.
