Browsing: Michael Markovitz

Communications minister Solly Malatsi’s decision to withdraw the SABC Bill is causing major political ructions.

The past 10 years have produced no new laws on the SABC and no new framework for the broadcasting industry.

Communications minister Solly Malatsi has withdrawn the SABC Bill, arguing it does not adequately address the public broadcaster’s funding model.

MultiChoice and SuperSport have been accused of engaging in conduct that subverts an order of the Competition Tribunal.

Icasa’s complaints committee has heard arguments on the SABC’s refusal to broadcast the DA “flag-burning” election ad.

A South African media think-tank has raised concerns about Facebook’s decision to stop publishing news in some markets.

Parliament has extended the deadline for written comment on the contentious SABC draft bill until 16 January.

The draft SABC Bill has drawn howls of condemnation from experts, who say it is merely a rehash of existing legislation.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has finally appointed a new SABC board.

Michael Markovitz reflects on five tumultuous years on the SABC board and why, despite the challenges, he still believes in public broadcasting.