DStv Channel 403 Saturday, 14 December 2024

Discussion | SABC Bill | Minister Solly Malatsi withdraws bill

PRETORIA - Communications Minister Solly Malatsi has withdrawn the SABC Bill to prioritise a funding model for the public broadcaster.

Malatsi says he has informed National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, of his decision to withdraw the bill.

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He added that despite the broadcaster’s ongoing financial challenges and operational losses, the SABC Bill suggests a delayed funding model, giving the minister 3 years to develop a sustainable framework.

Communications and Digital Technologies Deputy Minister, Mondli Gungubele spoke to eNCA.

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