The celebrations that began the moment Ramaphosa announced that alcohol would be sold reminded Dumisane Lubisi of the festivities when the world was told that South Africa would host the 2010 World Cup. But he fears that we’re about to show our worst side
Social media was abuzz with videos of people singing outside liquor outlets, where they’ll be able to buy alcohol for the first time since March 25.It’s been a tough two months for South Africans who, clearly, can’t live without their favourite dop. Their jubilation reminded one of the festivities when embattled former Fifa president Sepp Blatter opened the all-important envelope and told the world that the 2010 World Cup would be held in South Africa.
But we’re a unique nation and we can’t forget who and what we are. We’re quick to revert to our default settings and show our worst sides.Over the past 60-plus days, Police Minister Bheki Cele has had his ego boosted due to the reduction in crime across the country – something he’s attributed purely, and erroneously, to the ban on alcohol.
Nevertheless, as we queue in our thousands to get our hands on our favourite waters tomorrow, we should remember that drinking is for enjoyment.
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