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Drunk driving under scrutiny as government considers zero alcohol limit

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Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has proposed a total ban on drinking before driving, saying the country's laws are outdated.

Currently, South African law allows a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05 grams per 100 millilitres.

20 Jan 2AM English South Africa News · Daily News

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