Minister Solly Malatsi pulls plug on SABC Bill
Minister of communications & digital technologies withdraws controversial legislation, saying it gives one politician — himself — too much control
10 November 2024 - 00:00
Communications & digital technologies minister Solly Malatsi has canned the SABC Bill, saying it does not address the cash-strapped broadcaster’s funding model while giving one politician too much control over board appointments. ..
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