Table 3 Key strategies included in the policies and regulations

Tobacco use

Annual tax increases

Advertisements of tobacco products banned.

Tobacco smoking in public buildings banned.

Allocation of smoke-free zone

Health information and warnings

Unhealthy diet

Tax sugar-sweetened beverages

Reduced salt intake

The trans-fat content of any oils and fats cannot exceed two grams per 100 g, according to South African legislation. Products with higher trans-fats levels are prohibited from entering or being sold in the country

Harmful alcohol use

Zero tolerance with regards to “drink and driving”.

Taxation

Normalisation of the previously illegal drinking houses (Sheebens)

Regulating drinking hours

Change of the legal age for drinking from 18 years to 21 years.

Banning alcohol advertising

Physical inactivity

Public awareness of physical activity

Cycling lanes on major public roads