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Beverages – African & Middle East News
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NAFDAC denies Federal Government order to suspend ban on sachet alcohol enforcement
NAFDAC says no official directive exists to halt enforcement of Nigeria’s sachet alcohol ban.
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KEBS rejects claims of undisclosed sweeteners in sugar-free soft drinks, cites WHO thresholds
KEBS says sulphur-based sweeteners in soft drinks meet global safety thresholds and are properly regulated.
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Dutch tequila brand Tecán to launch in South Africa in March 2026
Amsterdam-based Tecán Tequila enters Africa with a premium yet accessible offering targeting South Africa’s evolving spirits market.
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dsm-firmenich opens new office and state -of-the-art application center in Kenya
The new office will strengthen dsm-firmenich’s regional innovation, customer collaboration, and technical support capabilities.
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Soufflet Malt breaks ground on US$118M malting facility next to Heineken brewery in Midvaal
Soufflet Malt’s Midvaal investment aims to localise malt production, support farmers, and cut emissions in South Africa’s brewing sector.