Johannesburg – Saturday, 17 October 2026 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is bringing audiences closer to the elections with the launch of SABC News Live, a dedicated digital Pop-Up Channel that will provide live, minute-by-minute coverage of election related content.
Launching on SABC Plus, on the 19th of October 2026, SABC News Live will offer audiences access to election content, keeping them informed about the latest developments, key issues and stories shaping communities across South Africa.
The Channel will broadcast on SABC Plus, the SABC’s free digital streaming platform. The channel will provide audiences with an accessible digital destination for following election coverage across their preferred devices, including smartphones, tablets, computers and smart TVs.
Through this innovative platform, the SABC continues to fulfil its public mandate by expanding access to timely, relevant and credible news. SABC News Live will enable audiences to follow election developments as they unfold, wherever they are, while creating opportunities for more interactive and engaging ways of consuming news.
Recognising the importance of reaching younger audiences, SABC News Live will explore creative and innovative digital storytelling formats, including podcasts and other audience focused content, to encourage greater participation in electoral conversations and make election coverage more accessible to digitally connected communities.
The initiative reinforces the SABC’s commitment to keeping South Africans informed, connected and engaged through inclusive, relevant and accessible election coverage across multiple platforms.
Audiences are invited to tune in to SABC News Live on SABC+ from 19 October 2026 for live, minute-by-minute election coverage.
SABC News Live – Your elections, anytime, anywhere.
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Issued By: Group Communications
Media Enquiries: Mmoni Ngubane (Head of Communications)
NgubaneMV@sabc.co.za T. 011 714 3057| C. 073 688 1590
