South Africa’s Minimum Collectable Tax (MCT) sets the legal minimum price for cigarettes at R26.22 per pack. Learn how MCT helps combat illegal smokes and protects consumers and government revenue.
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Discover how South Africa’s tobacco excise taxes are used to fund healthcare, social services, education, and infrastructure, supporting public health and economic goals in the 2025 budget.
South Africa loses an estimated R28 billion annually due to illicit cigarette trade. Explore the economic impact, drivers, and government efforts to combat this growing national crisis.