Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2013
Zambia Sugar tax controversy
ActionAid alleged that Zambia Sugar had shifted profits outside Zambia and paid little local corporate tax. ABF rejected claims that it had engaged in illegal or immoral tax evasion.
2013
Sugar-sector land-rights controversy
Oxfam raised concerns about land conflicts, alleged forced evictions and land-acquisition practices involving sugar producers including ABF's Illovo business. ABF subsequently adopted policies referring to free, prior and informed consent.
2011
UK Uncut tax-avoidance protest
UK Uncut alleged that arrangements involving ABF, Primark and a Luxembourg affiliate reduced UK tax liabilities. The protest took place at Fortnum & Mason, a business associated with the wider Wittington group.