UCT leads landmark study to curb alcohol harm in SA

04 Dec 2025
alcohol-use
04 Dec 2025

The University of Cape Town (UCT) and the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) have launched a landmark multidisciplinary research initiative to investigate the political, economic and social drivers of harmful alcohol use in South Africa and Botswana; and assess its far-reaching impacts. The five-year project aims to generate evidence that supports the co-creation of effective policies and community interventions with stakeholders to reduce alcohol-related harm.

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