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Liquor Traders Compliance and Business Development Workshop – Mhluzi, Steve Tshwete Local Municipality #HeinekenBeverages #MER #LiquorTradersWorkshop

The MER continued its MER Connect training with liquor traders from Emalahleni Local Municipality. The training, held at Lynnville Community Hall,aimed to familiarise traders with the new online platform and provide them with practical experience in using the system.

The MER has commenced training liquor traders from Dr JS Moroka and Thembisile Hani Local Municipalities on the MER Connect System. The training, held at Mthombomuhle Community Hall in Kwaggafontein, aims to familiarise traders with the new online platform.

MER CEO Vusi Mtsweni Joins Global Regulatory Dialogue at #IAGR2026 Annual Conference in Lima, Peru, where Mr Vusi Mtsweni, is participating in a panel discussion titled “How Should Regulators Evaluate Products That Do Not Fit Today’s Standard?”

The 2026 IAGR Annual Conference is now in full swing in Lima, Peru! Over the next 4 days, gaming regulators & industry colleagues across the globe will come together to share experiences, exchange insights &explore a wide range of issues shaping the future of gaming regulation.

Emsamo News - Newspaper article, “MER urges liquor traders to lower the volume as matriculants write their final exams.”

The Mpumalanga Economic Regulator (MER), in partnership with the South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA), participated in the School Substance Abuse Prevention Day at St Marks International School in the Mbombela Local Municipality.

Greetings, Class of 2026! I would like to wish you all the very best as you prepare for and write your final examinations. Believe in yourself as much as I believe in you. This season requires discipline, consistency and, most importantly, putting in the work.

The PSC engaged MER on its expanded mandate under the Public Service Commission Act, 2026, focusing on good governance, ethical leadership, accountability, transparency and collaboration. MER remains committed to institutional integrity and accountable public administration. #MER

The MER together with Miss Mpumalanga 2026, participated in the Provincial Tourism Awareness Day celebrations at Sakhelwe (Dullstroom) in the Emakhazeni Local Municipality. #mpumalangaaprovincethatworksforall #mpumalangaeconomicregulator #gambleresponsibly #drinkresponsibly

The MER engaged with the community of Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality at Waterval during the Heritage Day celebrations. Community members, who visited the MER stall, were reminded that gambling is intended for adult entertainment and should not be viewed as a way to make money.

Miss Mpumalanga 2026, the MER Ambassador, engaging with members of the public during the Career Exhibition at Mangweni in the Nkomazi Local Municipality. The MER continues to advocate for responsible gambling and responsible liquor consumption and trade.

Today, the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, together with SANCA and Miss Mpumalanga 2026, visited the staff of Densa Sawmill in Brondal and White River as part of our awareness efforts to commemorate Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Awareness.

9 September 2026 International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day Love. Protect. Support. Alcohol can harm a baby before birth. There is NO safe time, NO safe amount, and NO safe type of alcohol. Healthy mothers. Healthy babies. Stronger futures.

The Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, together with Miss Mpumalanga 2026, is participating in the Taking the Legislature to the People programme in Middelburg, Steve Tshwete Local Municipality. #TLP #MpumalangaEconomicRegulator

The MER, Miss Mpumalanga 2026, SANCA and SAPS continued the school awareness campaign at Mehlwana Secondary School in Phola, followed by Coronation Secondary School in Klarinet.

Today, the MER is exhibiting during the Women’s Day Commemoration at Agincourt, Bushbuckridge Local Municipality. Together with Miss MP 2026, the MER team engaged with community members on the importance of responsible gambling and responsible liquor consumption and trade.

We proudly acknowledge the African Lotteries & Gaming Association (ALGA) CEO’s Forum Magazine for featuring the MER CEO, Mr. Vusi Mtsweni, & for highlighting his leadership and contributions to the industry. #ALGA #AfricanLotteries&GamingAssociation #mpumalangaeconomicregulator

The Mpumalanga Economic Regulator (MER), together with its Ambassador, Miss Mpumalanga 2026, participated in an exhibition during the EXCO Outreach programme at Buffelspruit, Nkomazi Local Municipality. #MpumalangaAProvincethatworksforall

MER tackles rise in illegal online betting and underage drinking among school children Highveld Chronicle Online #MpumalangaEconomicRegulator