Harsh environment forces KBL to close Lobatse brewery
Thursday, July 16, 2015

Shutdown: KBL is closing the 36- year old brewery due to lower sales
In a statement released yesterday, KBL said since 2008, the business has faced an ever-increasing levy on alcoholic beverages and a host of regulatory measures.
This included the reduction of alcohol trading hours, the Traditional Beer Regulations and increased licensing restrictions, among others.
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