As television turns 50 in South Africa, streaming, smartphones and social media are redefining how content is created and consumed.
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Heinrich Marnitz and Dorianne Berry, the first two presenters to appear on South African television, tell TechCentral about the big day 50 years ago.
From its launch 50 years ago, these are some of the key moments that shaped South African television into what it is today.
Fifty years after television’s arrival in South Africa, the SABC faces hard questions about relevance, funding and its mandate.
This Monday marks 50 years since television was officially launched in South Africa – on 5 January 1976.
Communications minister Solly Malatsi has provided TechCentral an overview of his progress in an exclusive interview.
YouTube views and podcast downloads are soaring as the long-struggling SABC expands its digital footprint.
The SABC has reported a 28% year-on-year increases in losses as it awaits progress on a new funding model.
With TV licence fee evasion still prevalent, the SABC has warned its funding model is no longer sustainable.
Sentech has reported 16% growth in revenue despite an ongoing feud with the SABC over unpaid signal transmission fees.