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High Court suspends the March 2025 analogue TV switch-off that would have left over 12 million South Africans without television access, ruling the government's decision was 'unlawful and irrational' after a challenge by eTV and media advocacy groups.
As the future of the South African Post Office hangs in the balance, Deputy President Paul Mashatile's commitment to addressing its challenges shines a light on the crucial role the institution plays in serving the nation's most vulnerable.
Minister Solly Malatsi has challenged TikTok on its exclusionary practices that deny 17 million South African users monetisation opportunities available to creators in the US, Europe and Asia. Speaking at the TikTok Safer Internet Summit, Malatsi argued that this inequity sends a damaging message: 'African creativity has reach, but not value. ' TikTok has now committed to address this feedback.
Minister Solly Malatsi's proposal for a streaming service levy could reshape South Africa's broadcasting landscape, potentially affecting millions of Netflix and MultiChoice subscribers while aiming to rescue the financially struggling SABC. TV licence holders would be exempt, but questions remain about implementation and consumer costs.
Government considers decentralising ICT procurement from SITA to state institutions to address delivery delays and improve efficiency.
The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is seeking court intervention regarding the fees demanded by former SITA board members after failed settlement negotiations.
The Public Protector and Public Service Commission are investigating SITA following allegations of improper appointments and audit discrepancies.
Parliamentary committee prioritises the SABC Bill to ensure the sustainability and viability of the public broadcaster amid ongoing legislative reforms.
Malatsi said the entity has put the brakes on capital expenditure and was also implementing cost-containment measures.
“Minister Malatsi has been advised that if he wants to withdraw the bill, he must make a submission. ”
The DA’s Kwena Moloto resigned from his position as a councillor in the Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality to accept a role within the Government of National Unity (GNU).
Finance Minister defended the bloated cabinet saying the necessity of the GNU required that there was accommodation of some of the critical players in the formation of the coalition.
It is clear there will be serious difficulties with proceeding with the date as there are hundreds of thousands of South Africans who are still dependent on analogue as access to television services.
The ministry and the committee have agreed to identify issues of primary concern to be combed and develop an agreed timeline for the reintroduction of the bill within a year.
State-owned communications entities in South Africa, including SABC, Sapo, and Postbank, require urgent support to overcome challenges and unlock economic growth.
Organisers said it was vital to honour companies and individuals who have pushed boundaries and innovation in the tech space in Africa.
The panelists emphasised that AI-powered smartphones and the proliferation of devices represent a new era in mobile technology.
The minister argued that it’s about giving every South African the tools to participate and thrive fully in the digital economy.
EFF condemns Minister Malatsi’s withdrawal of the SABC Bill, accusing him of undermining public broadcasting and serving white-owned media.
Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi said the bill did not address the sustainable funding model of the public broadcaster.
Malatsi said that it was imperative that South Africans embrace digital transformation in a way that promotes social inclusion and leaves no one behind.
The Minister said the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies should rather reprioritise its budget to fund the SA Post Office.
Malatsi said the merger of Broadband Infraco and Sentech has been identified with the intention to form the State Digital Infrastructure Company.
Are we one step closer to getting Starlink? Minister Malatsi is willing to bypass BEE rules to let in the technology, describing it as the government’s biggest empowerment programs.
The beleaguered Post Office is seeking almost R4 billion from National Treasury.