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January 26, 2026Open Access

Methodological Approaches to Analysing the Political Will and Implementation Gap in South Africa's Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Policy (2021–2026)

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LNLerato NkosiAPAnathi PillayTMThabo van der Merwe

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Overview

This methodology article demonstrates effective analysis of the implementation gap in South Africa's sugar tax, highlighting political and industry influences.

Key Points

  • The aim is to systematically analyze the political will and implementation gap affecting South Africa's Health Promotion Levy on sugar-sweetened beverages.
  • Developed a mixed-methods framework for analysis
  • Conducted longitudinal tracing of parliamentary debates
  • Performed structured stakeholder influence analysis
  • Executed qualitative content analysis of media narratives
  • Identified sustained industry lobbying as a major barrier to effective tax implementation
  • Revealed shifting political priorities impacting policy adjustments
  • Uncovered a discursive framing that creates tension between health and economic concerns

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Nkosi et al. (2024) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69770393722626c4468e8a44https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18363518
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