The Beer Association of South Africa (BASA) welcomes government’s decision in the 2026 National Budget to increase excise duties on alcoholic beverages by 3.4 per cent, in line with inflation.

South Africa’s beer story spans centuries. Indigenous brewing traditions sit alongside a booming craft scene that includes hundreds of microbreweries nationwide, each injecting local character into their communities and expanding the diversity of beer choices available.

The 2026 African Beer Cup shows that craft beer is continuing to grow in surprising places, building on a global movement, while also celebrating local tradition and ingredients.