Broadcasting act
Dept assures MPs SABC will remain independent
The Dept of Communications says it’s committed to ensuring an independent & accountable SABC.
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'Broadcasting Bill could threaten Public Broadcaster's independence'
The Bill has been criticised for giving Faith Muthambi powers to nominate SABC board members.
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MPs at odds over handling of Broadcasting Bill
The EFF says the bill can’t be discussed in Parliament as it is the subject of ongoing litigation.
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MPs to shortlist candidates for SABC board posts
The advertising of posts and the vetting of candidates delayed the process last year.
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Cabinet approves Broadcasting Amendment Bill
Govt says the bill aims to ensure the long-term stability and the sustainability of the SABC.
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DA considers court action to reinstate fired SABC board members
The party says the only way to challenge the decision to remove three board members is through the courts.
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‘SABC board cannot arbitrarily remove members’
The public broadcaster’s board sacked three non-executive members in March this year.
