SABC
UPDATED: Big Trouble At The SABC As Newsroom Descends Into Chaos [Videos]
18 Nov 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Days of tension boiled over into the newsroom at the SABC head office, with journalists refusing to go on air and heated negotiations broadcast live to the nation.
SABC Still Struggling To Explain Its TV Licence Plan
29 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The SABC is trying to clarify its proposed plan to redefine which devices require a TV licence, and it isn’t going well.
SABC’s Latest TV Licence Ploy Involving Netflix Is An Absolute Joke
21 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
SABC wants to broaden the scope of the existing TV licence to include payment from people who don’t consume any of their content.
The Fascinating Story Behind The Man Who Brought Television To South Africa
26 Jun 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
In a roundabout way, South African has the 1969 moon landing to thank for television making its way to our shores.
Keen To Cancel Your TV Licence? It’s Tougher Than You Think
25 Jun 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you’re tired of forking out money every year to the criminally inept SABC, you could always try and cancel your TV licence. Good luck with that.
Tuesday Morning Spice
18 Jun 2019 by Kiernan / No Comments
SABC’s Day Zero. SAA pilots fight back. Harvard boots mass shooting survivor. Eighth mysterious Dominican Republic death. Houdini magic trick ends tragically. Eating expired food is fine. Man Utd fans the most racist. Fake Clooney arrested.
The Current State Of Our SOEs (Including Eskom, SABC, SAA, And More)
10 Jun 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
Now that the election is behind us, it’s time to check in on South Africa’s state-owned companies. Spoiler alert – it’s not pretty.
Looks Like The SABC Can’t Figure Out Who Jared Kushner Is [Images]
15 May 2018 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Jared Kushner has landed with his arse in the butter thanks to marrying Ivanka, but that doesn’t mean the SABC have his number.
The 10 Most Outlandish Things Hlaudi Said At His Media Briefing Yesterday [Video]
20 Apr 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you think you’ve seen crazy Hlaudi before then think again, because yesterday blew anything we’ve previously seen right out of the water.
It’s An Absolute Financial Mess Over At The SABC
03 Apr 2017 by Kiernan / No Comments
It’s been a while since we took a look at what’s happening over at the SABC, and unfortunately it doesn’t make for pretty viewing.
Hlaudi’s Reaction Towards The SABC’s Multi-Million Rand Loss Is Frightening
25 Oct 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Speaking about the SABC’s loss over the last financial year, Hlaudi says he is “happy” with the outcome. Are you even surprised? Here’s his reasoning.
The SABC Is Haemorrhaging Money – A Few Shocking Stats
03 Oct 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
It’s hardly news that the SABC is operating at a loss, but it turns out the latest figures are only the tip of the iceberg. Oh, and Hlaudi’s rolling in the money.
Let’s Look Closer At The Outrageous R11 Million Bonus Hlaudi Motsoeneng Just Banked
26 Sep 2016 by Kiernan / 1 Comment
His name might be dragged through the mud on every news site not owned by the SABC, but you can bet Hlaudi is still grinning today.
Hlaudi Motsoeneng Just Tried To Ruin Mandoza’s Funeral [Video]
23 Sep 2016 by Kiernan / 1 Comment
Today sees the life and times of singer Mandoza being celebrated at the Grace Bible Church in Soweto, which Hlaudi deemed the perfect chance to hit out at critics.
Some Of These SABC ‘Golden Handshake’ Payouts Are Completely Outrageous
21 Sep 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
There aren’t many places in the world where it pays to perform poorly at work, but over at the SABC you can make a pretty penny by doing just that.
Of Course The ‘SABC Thank You’ Concert Was A Massive Flop [Images]
12 Sep 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
The SABC are currently trying to put out fires after a humiliating flop this weekend, although the pictures say more than any media spin doctor ever could.
Hlaudi And The SABC – This Time It’s So Ridiculous You Can’t Help But Laugh
06 Sep 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
The SABC is quickly replacing Comedy Central as the go-to place for a laugh, although theirs usually originate from the offices of Supreme Leader Hlaudi.
Proof That South Africa’s Communications Minister Is A Moron
29 Jul 2016 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments
Communications Minister Faith Muthambi seems determined to stick her neck out on a number of contentious issues, but her latest rant takes the cake.
People Are Comparing Hlaudi Motsoeneng To Joseph Goebbels – And They’ve Got A Point
01 Jul 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
It’s never nice to be compared to the minister of propaganda under Adolf Hitler’s infamous Nazi regime, but they say if the shoe fits wear it.
Just Wait Until You Hear SABC Head Hlaudi Motsoeneng’s Latest Ridiculous Requests
27 Jun 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
We know that the SABC are undergoing some serious change at the moment, but these latest requests are frankly out of this world.
Twitter Is Punishing The SABC For Not Showing The Tshwane Protests And It’s Hilarious
21 Jun 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
You can’t fool all the people all the time, something the SABC are learning as social media tears into them for ignoring the Tshwane protests.
End Of An Era – New Laws Mean ‘Days Of Our Lives’ Is Getting Chopped From Local TV
21 Jun 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
One of South Africa’s longest running soapies is set for the axe, and as you can imagine not everyone is delighted with the decision.
5FM And Other SABC Websites Hacked As Mysterious Hacker Tweets Warning Of More To Come
13 Jun 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Calling the largest attack of its kind in South Africa, Anonymous Africa attacked the SABC’s various online platforms midday yesterday.
Say What Now? The Most Bizarre Demands Made By SABC Head Hlaudi Motsoeneng
02 Jun 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
Hlaudi Motsoeneng’s name has been splashed all over the show this past month, which has drawn attention to some of his wishes for the future.
The SABC Will No Longer Show Violent Protests For “Education Purposes”
27 May 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
The SABC’s chief operating officer is making some pretty big calls of late. Will these decisions actually teach us South Africans anything though?
The SABC Boss’s Twitter Parody Account Is Comedy Gold
11 May 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
SABC top dog Hlaudi Motsoeneng is a controversial figure, although someone on Twitter believes he might have a few tricks up his comedy sleeve.
This Is How Bad South Africa’s Big Brother Censoring Is Getting
29 Feb 2016 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
The SABC has kinda messed up a bit when it banned all incoming calls during its various talk shows – and now they just might pay for it.
SABC Has Apologised For Their ‘What The Fuck’ Tweet Regarding Zuma’s Jet
10 Nov 2015 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
Someone at the SABC has no time for the public broadcaster’s alignment with the ANC so took over its official Twitter account.
The Terrifying Extent To Which The SABC’s Senior Execs Are Brainwashed By Kim Jong Zuma
18 Aug 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments
I guess the role of the media depends on who you ask. Some would have you believe that the main role is that of a watchdog, reining in those misusing their power. Others see it differently.
Beautiful – Guy Sparks Up A Joint On Live SABC TV During Interview [Video]
12 May 2015 by Kiernan / 1 Comment
We’ve seen Zach Galifianakis do it on live television in the US before, but now we have our own ‘free the weed’ advocate lighting up on air.
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