South Africa

South Africa’s public broadcaster SABC dismissed its Head of News on Friday “with immediate effect”, citing a breakdown in trust.

SABC's financial and editorial pressures have resurfaced in the form of election coverage complaints, disciplinary action against SABC’s editor-in-chief and ongoing funding restraints.

The licence fee has remained a popular funding model for PSM. But it's under threat, and broadcasters are searching for an alternative.

As the pandemic continues, there have been a growing number of attacks on journalists by members of the public — even in their own offices.

Proposed bill demonstrates a missed opportunity for South Africa and should be paused

The presence of military personnel at SABC premises causes concern for editorial independence among staff and press freedom groups.

The Public Media Alliance condemns attacks against SABC journalists and media workers during nationwide protests.

As media markets become more crowded and global streaming giants continue to grow rapidly, what steps are being taken to address challenges to the prominence of public media?

SABC concluded its retrenchment process last month and started implementing its new structure.

Labour unions begin strike action and organise a possible blackout as South Africa’s public broadcaster continues to implement its Section 189 process.