Johannesburg – Wednesday, 9 June 2021 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has commended Government for embarking on the most fundamental review of South Africa’s broadcasting policy framework in over two decades. At public hearings today on the draft White Paper on Audio and Audiovisual Content Services, the SABC made a comprehensive presentation to the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT).
 
Led by Group CEO Madoda Mxakwe, the SABC presented evidence that the current legislative and regulatory framework is not only outdated but has failed to meet the statutory requirement for “protecting the integrity and viability of public broadcasting services”. The SABC therefore welcomed the new licensing framework which is founded on technology neutrality, regulatory parity and fair competition.
 
GCEO Madoda Mxakwe said that the “public broadcaster’s submission to Government is based on the core principle that the sustainability of the public broadcaster – through a fair regulatory framework and financing of public mandate programming – is vital to our constitutional democracy”.
 
The SABC made key proposals on funding the public mandate and provided the DCDT with a detailed definition on public mandate programming. The sustainability of the public broadcaster is recognised in the White Paper which includes plans to strengthen existing governance structures in an SABC Act. This amended Act would be based on principles established in recent case law and 2018 amendments to the SABC’s Memorandum of Incorporation which further provided for the Board’s independence.
 
In summary, the SABC took the opportunity to present the following key submissions to the DCDT:

• Comprehensive legislative and regulatory changes are needed for free-to-air broadcasters to be able to fairly compete with other audio and audiovisual content service providers.
• The SABC reiterated its position that the current TV licence fee system should be scrapped and replaced with a device-independent, technology-neutral household levy for public broadcasting which would levy all households, with exemption for the indigent and discounts for pensioners.
• Government should therefore retain SABC’s current statutory right to be supported by a direct levy that finances public interest content. While financial support for the public broadcaster is foundational to democracy, the SABC agrees that the design and collection of the levy must be amended and significantly improved.
• The household levy proposal is based on the reality that every single South African household has the realistic ability to access public broadcasting content freely and universally, whether via:

o   analogue free-to-air TV and radio;
o   DTT;
o   Satellite;
o   Websites, social media and streaming services through mobile apps.

• As a pro-competitive measure, the dominant pay-TV operator (and any future dominant On Demand Content services) should be required to collect the public broadcasting household levy from its subscribers (unless they have already paid).
• After more than 30 years of no pay-TV competition, Multichoice has now over 8 million TV household subscribers out of a total of 14 million TV households. The current television market follows decades of prejudicial legislation and regulation including:

o   the Must Carry regulations which have obliged the SABC to provide its three free-to-air channels to subscription broadcasters for free (since 2008);
o   Sports Broadcasting Regulations which failed to protect the public broadcaster from anti-competitive bundling of rights and unfair sublicensing criteria (since 2004);
o   Failure to implement tariff regulation of Sentech in terms of section 62(3) of the Electronic Communications Act (ECA) which has led to crippling signal distribution costs  for the SABC; and
o   Failure by the regulator to implement any effective limitations on advertising on subscription broadcasters as intended by ECA in 2005.

• The part-collection of the SABC’s household levy by Multichoice is feasible via the company’s increasingly automated billing system. It is also a reasonable policy intervention to partially deal with the financing of public broadcasting. The SABC will be responsible for collecting the public broadcasting levy from the balance of non-subscriber, non-indigent households and utilising the SABC’s digital broadcasting, online channels and OTT streaming platform. The SABC’s proposed move away from the TV retailer collection model to a public broadcasting household levy is conditional on Multichoice being required by law to collect this levy from its subscribers.
• In addition to the public household levy, which may take time to implement, the SABC has proposed that relevant governmental departments should allocate and ring-fence a line-item in their budgets for public service content. This funding should be provided for programming relevant to the national development mandate of a particular department, without compromising SABC’s editorial independence. These departments would include Departments of Health; Basic Education; Higher Education and Training; Sports, Arts and Culture, GCIS and the DCDT.
• The SABC supports the White Paper proposal to scrap the Must Carry law which requires the public broadcaster to offer SABC 1, SABC 2 and SABC 3 for free to subscription broadcasters who “must carry” these channels.
• The three SABC ‘Must Carry channels’ are now accessible on several free, non-subscription platforms simultaneously. These platforms include satellite via OpenView and Sentech’s DTH box, via DTT and via streaming on the TelkomOne mobile app. This is only the beginning of the SABC’s streaming strategy with a fully-fledged SABC streaming platform to be launched within the next year. SABC therefore submitted that members of the public can now freely access all SABC television programmes and channels outside of the subscription universe. This is a very different situation to 2008 when the regulations were first prescribed.
• The SABC has submitted that “subscriber convenience” is a completely different concept to “universal access” to SABC channels. While DStv  subscribers may be inconvenienced if the SABC withdrew the three channels after failing to agree commercial terms with Multichoice, they still have a very real opportunity of accessing three SABC channels elsewhere without having to pay a subscription.
• Scrapping Must Carry will give the SABC the opportunity to continue achieving the public interest goals of universal service and access whilst at the same time commercially exploiting its content through carriage agreements.
• The SABC has proposed to ICASA that new draft Must Carry regulations, which now provide for commercial negotiations, should be treated as an interim measure until Must Carry is repealed in its entirety. The amended Must Carry regulations should include a sunset clause that that will kick in when the enabling law is finally repealed.
• The SABC reiterated that it is opposed to the creation of a protected monopoly for Sentech as it conflicts with the definition and role of the common carrier set out in the ECA. The SABC must retain the freedom to choose the best platforms for the public broadcaster, noting that the SABC Board and management are required to act in the best interests of the SABC.

In conclusion, SABC GCEO Madoda Mxakwe said that “the SABC has demonstrated emphatically that there is a critical need for a sustainable public broadcasting service which supports our citizens and constitutional democracy. Public audio and audiovisual content services still have a huge and important role to play in society. It is therefore vital that the new government policy reimagines, protects and supports the role of the SABC and all its services.”
 
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Issued By:                              Group Communications
Media Enquiries:                      Ms. Gugu Ntuli (Group Executive: Corporate Affairs and Marketing)
NtuliGM@sabc.co.za|T. 011 714 3311|C. 071 877 0531

Johannesburg, Monday 07 June 2021 –SABC News & Current Affairs today launches a brand-new public service journalism programme, The Watchdog. The show is aptly named and centred on the public news service’s commitment to its primary stakeholder, the citizen.
 
The SABC’s Editor-in- Chief, Phathiswa Magopeni, says “the programme is in line with the News division’s public interest obligation, and is aimed at holding the feet of those in power to the fire, and getting them to account to the citizens for their responsibilities, their performance and conduct”.
 
The Watchdog also marks the return of veteran journalist, Vuyo Mvoko, who will be anchoring the show on the SABC News Channel. As a seasoned broadcaster, Mvoko is appropriately experienced and equipped to deliver to the demands of the programme. He says he is delighted to be back, “I couldn’t have asked for a better brief than what this assignment is about. Our country is going through hard times with among others, record-high unemployment, corruption, and service delivery problems. South Africans are asking frank questions that require equally honest interventions”.
 
In line with SABC News’ editorial ethos of Independence and Impartiality, this is a further commitment to the public’s right to know. The Watchdog promises adherence to Kovach & Rosenstiel’s Elements of Journalism, who maintain that “Journalism’s first obligation is to the truth, its first loyalty is to the citizens, and must serve as a monitor of power”.
 
Magopeni adds, “There is a lot that our country is grappling with, including crippling poverty, a stagnant economy and generalised institutional decay. Justifiably so, citizens are demanding productive answers from those responsible for managing public affairs, and The Watchdog seeks to do exactly that”.
 
The Watchdog’s approach is premised on the principles of dialogue, democracy, and accountability. The programme will broadcast live on weekdays for an hour at 20h00 until 21h00, on the SABC News Channel.
 
 
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Issued By:                         Group Communications
Media Enquiries:               Ms. Gugu Ntuli (GE: Corporate Affairs and Marketing)
NtuliGM@sabc.co.za|T. 011 714 3311|C. 071 877 0513

MEDIA RELEASE
MEET THE COOLEST OG’S OF OUR NEW REALITY SHOW
SABC2 has partnered with Rebelintown Production in a new, first of its kind, reality series, The Coolest OG’s, which debuts on Sunday the 6^th June 2021 at 18:30, giving 12 senior citizens a chance to compete for a R100 000 cash prize and the title of The Coolest OG.
 
An OG is someone who is incredibly exceptional, authentic and excellent in a classic way. Someone who is an expert in many facets of life and someone who has been around for a long time.
The channel is pleased to introduce the 12 contestants who will be battling it out, week in and week out, challenging each other for the prestigious title of The Coolest OG and a R100 000 cash prize.
 Meet The Coolest OGs
Jabulani Zwane (73)
Born in Moroka, Soweto. Currently residing in Spruitview. I am retired. I was a Store Manager of a lighting company. I love making movies and commercials. I love a well-cooked oxtail with dumpling. I took part in the “Coolest OG ‘s” to have fun while competing to win a R100 000 prize.
 
Fun Fact – The tongue is a strongest muscle in a human body.
Reuben Huma (63)
Born in Manhaarand near Magaliesburg and currently residing in Brackenhurst, Alberton. Before retiring I worked as a voice and printing environment specialist at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Activities that I do for fun include playing golf, being a jazz presenter / DJ, House chef, Gardening and Hiking. My favorite food is Beef Stew served with Ting (sougharm porridge).  I took part in the coldest OG to encourage the young people that there is life after retirement and also for the fun of it.
 
Fun Fact: I am Reuben Huma the jazzy DJ.
 
Joy Brady (68)
Born in Johannesburg and currently lives in Eldorado Park, I work as a part-time clerk, and I previously worked as an administration manager. Things that I like to do for fun are, dancing, listening to music, partying, cooking, baking, playing my piano and playing computer games. My Favorite food is any kind of fish and a fruit salad.
My reasons for taking part in the COGs are The Challenges. I always love a challenge and when watching tv shows where they are doing challenges. I always wished it was me. It was a lot of fun and I really enjoyed it.
I was hoping to meet other folk but due to Covid we could not. A pity. Super tv crew Everyone was amazing.
Fun Fact: As nad as a hatter. Always trying to live up to my name! ???
 
Dave Ridley (60)
Born in Harare, Zimbabwe and currently lives in Meyerton in the Midvaal. I am an actor and IT consultant and things that I like to do for fun are to ride motorcycles and Vegetable farming.  My favourite is chicken in any format
I took part in The Coolest OG’s to enjoy the participation and have fun with the film crew at my residence.
 
Fun Fact: Introduce yourself in 3 short sentences: I believe I am a down to earth fair person with no ego. I enjoy having the company of animals around me, miniature horses, dogs and a teddy bear cat, they don’t judge people and respond well to affection as does my wife.
 
Gina McAuliffe (67)
Born in Liverpool in the United Kingdom and I currently reside in Brooklyn, Pretoria. Before I retired, I worked for the Irish government. Things I do for fun are sewing, art, mixed martial Arts fighting analysis. My favourite food is beef and salad.
 
Fun Fact: I love to travel by myself. I am an eccentric creative. I love my unique home and my animals. I want people to be kind to each other.
 
Rani Govender (67)
Born in Grey town, Durban and currently reside in Sandton, I am a full-time granny. Before retiring I was a hairdresser. Things I do for fun is taking care of my grandson, cooking and cleaning. My favourite food is Mutton biryani. I took part in the Coolest OG’s as it sounded like an exciting opportunity, and I want my grandson to look back at this and be proud of his cool granny.
 
Fun Fact: I was a drum majorette in school. I am very active, young at heart and always up for a challenge. I consider myself a “jack of all trades” and I am never too old to learn something new. Nothing is impossible if you put your mind to it.
 
 
Nalphy Moratuoa Lesoma (60)
I live in Midrand, Gauteng, and I am a Real Estate Sales Agent. Before retiring I was a Business Development Director, Bull Brand Foods.  Activities I do for fun are workout, spending time with family, watching comedy and football, hiking, and reading.  My favourite food is Fish.  My reason for taking part in the Coolest OG’s is to get out of my comfort zone.
 
Fun fact: I can hold plank for 10 minutes and have a video to prove it. I am super cool, fun and young at heart?.
 
Vanessa Cooke (73)
Born in Hillbrow, and I currently reside in Auckland Park, Johannesburg, I am a performer, and the things that I like to do for fun are walk my dogs, watch TV and sleep. My favourite food is peking duck. I entered The Coolest OGs for fun.
 
Fun Fact: I drive a 1989 Toyota corolla. I love old cars. My name means butterfly, I love to dance to my own tune. I want world peace, in other words I’m a dreamer.
 
Thandi Mtimkulu (62)
Born in Orlando West in Soweto, I am a pensioner.  The things that I do for fun are going out, cooking and currently learning to be a DJ. My favourite food is brown rice, green salad, and salmon fish. I took part in The Coolest OGs because I am a fun lover, young at heart, and self-love.
 
Fun Facts: jokes, laughing, acting and entertaining people. I love being beautiful, I am self-caring, I’m very confident. I like giving, I am an adviser, I love sharing. I go to church, I love God, am a God-fearing God.
 
Chinsamy Marie Thanaseelan (68)
Born in Marabastad, Tshwane and I am a pensioner. Before retiring I worked as a salesperson at a hardware Timber and Boards. Things that I like to do for fun: are hiking, soccer, dancing and gardening. My favourite food is mutton curry, fish, lungs, pork, and giblets. I took part in the coolest OG’’s to learn more about life.
 
Zwelakhe Julius Mtsaka (76)
Born in East London, and I reside in Sophiatown and worked as the University Lecturer in English Literature; Business Communication; Drama/Theatre. I took part in The Coolest OG’s to show viewers that even at my age I have willpower and in control of my body and also to share with the youths that success starts with you before you are helped by the government or any other agents. Things that I do for fun are jogging, reading and watching wrestling. My favourite food is mutton chops and vegetables.
 
Fun fact: South African black youths: Is it not astounding that there’s a new wave of our enlightened youths answering the ancestral call to join the ranks of Sangomas.
 
Geoffrey Press (66)
Born in Sophiatown I am a pensioner, before retiring I worked as a boilermaker. I like to do welding for fun and my favourite food is Curry.  My reason for taking part in The Coolest OG’’s is my Love to do movies.
 
For more information, interview opportunities and publicity images please contact the SABC2 PR office or Tutone Communications.
 
More reality for you, every Sunday at 18:30 only on SABC2.
 
For media enquiries:
 
Caroline Phalakatshela
Publicity Specialist – Video Entertainment
072 382 2032/ phalakatshelamc@sabc.co.za
 
Melanie Ramjee
Managing Director – Tutone Communications
+2784 682 3457 / +2782 682 3457
melanie@tutonecommunications.com

 
Johannesburg, 24 May 2021 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation would like to congratulate its television platform winners of this year’s South African Film and Television Awards that were broadcast simultaneously on S3 and Mzansi Magic on Saturday the 22^nd of May 2021.
We congratulate Entle Bizana, who presents a youth programme, Hectic on 3, weekdays at 4pm on S3, for winning the TV Presenter of the Year Award for two years in the row, as voted by the public.
Mothusi Magano scored the award for Best Supporting Actor- TV Soap, for his sterling performance as Tumishang Maisela on Skeem Saam on SABC1. Commissioned for SABC2 for the first-time last year, The Riviera received 7 nominations and proudly walked away with the award for Best Achievement in Directing – TV Comedy and Best TV Comedy. Congratulations to The Community Media Trust.
The Best Lifestyle Programme category saw SABC1’ Come Again win the award, congratulations to Tshedza Media and a special acknowledgement to the late producer, Takalani Mulaudzi, who sadly passed away last month.
SABC2’s children’s programme Takalani Sesame won The Best Children’s Programme, and Pale Ya Koša won The Best Docu-reality Show. Well done to Ochre Media for producing the best quality children’s programme and Full Circle Production for winning the best docu-reality show.
Also produced by Ochre Media, SABC3’s Made in Africa won The Best Educational Programme Award.
Congratulations to all the deserving winners of this year’s awards and thank you to the public for voting in the Television Presenter of the Year award which saw Hectic on 3’s Entle Bizana retain the crown.
 
For media enquiries
Contact: –
Caroline Phalakatshela
Publicity Specialist – Video Entertainment
072 382 2032
 
 
 

Johannesburg, Monday 24 May 2021 –The South African Broadcasting Corporation’s (SABC) News & Current Affairs division launches the #COVERUP campaign today. This campaign comes amid the rise in COVID-19 infections and increasing fears of the third wave of the pandemic. It also coincides with the country’s second phase of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout programme.
 
The campaign’s primary objective is to create awareness and encourage citizens to continue adhering to non-pharmaceutical preventive measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus. The SABC’s Editor-in-Chief, Phathiswa Magopeni, says “the recent increase in coronavirus infections is a concern not only to the citizens, but to all journalists in the country who have to face the invisible danger and continue to cover stories of various communities, putting their own lives at risk while delivering an essential service to the public.  The concerns about the third wave are real, and as SABC News we deem it necessary to play our role in line with our mandate, by providing public education and the right information to promote responsible behaviour to contain the spread of COVID-19”.
 
In the next three weeks, SABC News will intensify its efforts through this campaign to promote the wearing of masks, hand sanitising and maintenance of good hygiene in all essential spaces. The  #COVERUP campaign will be carried on SABC News and Current Affairs programming on radio, television and digital platforms. It will run in all 13 of SABC News’ broadcast languages.
 
During the campaign, citizens will be invited to participate by sharing their own stories about what they are doing to stay safe. The SABC’s newsroom staff across the country will also share their own experiences and awareness messages. The #COVERUP campaign’s message is simple – Wear a mask. Sanitise. Practice physical distancing. Ensure proper ventilation in enclosed spaces. Observing lockdown regulations.
 
Below are some of the anchor messages that will be featured during the campaign:
 
#COVERUP! STOP THE SPREAD OF COVID-19
#COVERUP! STOP THE 3^RD WAVE
#COVERUP! STAY SAFE
#COVERUP! PROTECT YOURSELF
#COVERUP! PROTECT YOUR FAMILY
#COVERUP! PROTECT YOUR COLLEAGUE
#COVERUP! PROTECT YOUR NEIGHBOUR
#COVERUP! PROTECT YOUR COMMUNITY
 
 
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Issued By:                         Group Communications
Media Enquiries:               Ms. Gugu Ntuli (GE: Corporate Affairs and Marketing)
NtuliGM@sabc.co.za|T. 011 714 3311|C. 071 877 0513

 
21 MAY 2021
 
SABC2 is pleased to partner with Rebelintown Productions, in a new, first of its kind, reality series, The Coolest OG’s, which will give 12 senior citizens a chance to compete for a R100 000 cash prize and the title of The Coolest OG.
 
The Coolest OG’s starts on Sunday 6^th June 2021 at 18:30. An OG is someone who is incredibly exceptional, authentic and excellent in a classic way. Someone who is an expert in many facets of life and someone who has been around for a long time.
Featuring contestants from all walks of life, the series was shot across the country over 50 days and 50 nights, during the height of the global pandemic as the show captured the lives of 12 senior citizen from the ages of 60 to 80, confined in the safety of their own homes and exposed to fun and unusual challenges, ultimately on a quest to find THE COOLEST OG of them all.
In true reality format, the episodes are not scripted and the opinions expressed are not edited.                                The OG’s are authentic. They are real. It is their lives. They are simply the coolest OG’s.
The Coolest OG’s is a uniquely produced reality voice over driven series, whereby the contestants will be judged by a panel of 4, 20-year-old experts, comprising of Zipho Sithebe, a fashion expert and a student pilot, Sbu Makamedi a performance expert who is a SAFTA Golden Horn winner who also won best actor at the Helen O’Grady Drama Academy,  Adon Domeyer a passionate international music producer and engineer working with artists across the globe and Allison Greenlees a food expert who has been running a successful catering business since the age of 16.
“Our elders have so much to teach the youth and this show gives 12 of them a chance to share their story with the world. The series in not only informative and insightful but great fun for the viewers. Shot during the middle of the global pandemic, these OG’s got to escape the harsh reality for a few weeks while shooting the season” says show director Bheki Ncube. “South Africa is going to fall in love with these very special OG’s and what they have to offer’.
 
In every episode one contestant is eliminated based on their performance and swag and the judges all have to agree on who will leave the show.
Our contestants will go through various challenges ranging from modelling, song writing, music videos, cooking, gaming, art, acting and other cool challenges, in each episode. Each contestant will be sent a package containing a phone on which they will receive instructions for their weekly challenges.  Each of their lounges are transformed into mini studios so they can compete from the comfort and safety of their own homes, sometimes with the help of a family member or an influencer. They have never met each other and have no idea how each other have performed in the various challenges.
 
 
For more information, interview opportunities and publicity images please contact the SABC2 PR office or Tutone Communications.
 
More reality for you, every Sunday at 18:30 only on SABC2.
 
 
For media enquiries:
 
Caroline Phalakatshela
Publicity Specialist – Video Entertainment
072 382 2032/ phalakatshelamc@sabc.co.za
 
Melanie Ramjee
Managing Director – Tutone Communications
+2784 682 3457 / +2782 682 3457
melanie@tutonecommunications.com

Johannesburg – Wednesday, 12 May 2021 – The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) would like to alert the public of a scrolling message which is appearing on all SABC television channels (SABC 1, 2 and S3), broadcast through analogue TV transmitters.

The main purpose of this message is to alert the public about the impending analogue switch off and the need to change to alternative digital technologies for television viewing. This is in keeping with President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement during this year’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), wherein he stated that all analogue transmissions will be switched off by April 2022.

This message will only appear on analogue television platforms and not on any of our digital platforms (i.e. DTT, DTH, DSTV, OVHD and OTT platforms).

The scrolling message reads as follows:

“Important notice: If you see this message go to your nearest Post Office to register for a free government subsidised decoder or call 0860 736 832 to continue receiving a television broadcast”

The SABC will endeavour to keep the public informed as and when new developments occur.

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Issued By:                              Group Communications

Media Enquiries:                Ms. Mmoni Seapolelo SABC Spokesperson (Acting)
seapolelomv@sabc.co.za|T. 011 714 3057|C. 073 688 1590

SABC2 is pleased to have secured the rights to broadcast a thrilling documentary The 2000’s, which debuts on Sunday the 23^rd May 2021 at 21:00.
Produced by Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman and Mark Herzog, this 7-part documentary chronicles pivotal events that took place throughout the first decade of the 21^st century in American history.
The documentary will take the viewers inside the dramatic events during the devastating terror attacks of September 11^th in 2001, the events that resulted with the United States launching two wars and adopting unprecedented security measures and The Hurricane Katrina that hit the Gulf Coast in 2005 which became the most destructive natural disaster in the nation’s history.
The 2000’s is also a decade that saw the election of America’s very first black president into office when Barrack Obama won the elections and moved to the White House in 2009.
EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE DOCUMENTARY, THE 2000’S
Episode 1 – 23^rd May 2021
(Television’s Golden Age)
 
With Sex and the City and The Sopranos developing into cultural touchstones, HBO continued its programming dominance by adding Six Feet Under, The Wire, Deadwood, True Blood and Curb Your Enthusiasm to its line-up.
 
Episode 2 – 30^th May 2021
(Music)
 
The decade that saw the death of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, also saw pop reign supreme. With prolific producers like Kanye West and Pharrell Williams stepping out from behind the console and onto the stage, the
2000s were dominated by hip-hop and pop music.
 
Episode 3 – 6^th June 2021
(Mission Accomplished)
 
Although Vice-President Al Gore wrapped up the 2000 Democratic nomination with relative ease, it took a bruising primary battle in South Carolina against Sen. John McCain for Gov. George W. Bush to secure the Republican nomination.
 
Episode 4 – 13^th June 2021
(You’re Doing a Heckuva Job)
 
Despite President Bush’s claim of mission accomplished and the eventual capture of Saddam Hussein, the war in Iraq was proving militarily difficult and politically divisive. ‘The Insurgency’ was taking hundreds of American and Iraqi lives every month.
 
Episode 5 – Sunday 20^th June 2021
(2008 Election Through 2010)
 
2008 saw the meteoric rise of two very different but very consequential political stars, the junior senator from Illinois, Barack Obama, and the first-term governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin.
 
Episode 6 – 27^th June 2021
(Boom and Bust)
 
This episode examines the various financial and political causes and explores the too-big-to-ignore personal consequences and cost what evolved into a genuine economic crisis.
 
Episode 7 – 4^th July 2021
(The Next Big Thing)
 
As technology continued to shrink the globe throughout the 2000s, it seemed to broaden personal landscapes. From now on, no fact or figure, song or movie was beyond our reach; anytime,
anywhere. The common human horizon was becoming the width of the closest available screen.
 
For more information and publicity images please contact the SABC2 PR office.
 
Make room for more documentaries, every Sunday at 20:30 only on SABC2.
 
For media enquiries:
 
Caroline Phalakatshela
Publicity Specialist – Video Entertainment
072 382 2032/ phalakatshelamc@sabc.co.za

SABC2 welcomes Lethabo Lejoy Mathatho as the new presenter of our investigative, current affairs show Leihlo La Sechaba.
Produced by SABC News, Leihlo La Sechaba means an eye of the nation and has been successful in tackling issues related to community development, politics, economics as well as topics of interest for all South Africans.
 
Lethabo is a media personality, businesswoman and philanthropist who was born in the township streets of Seshego, in Limpopo. She started her career on radio in 2006 and continues to make strides and incredible career moves in the media industry and beyond. She has 13 solid years of experience in radio as an on-air personality, with ample experience in producing, hosting, managing programmes and a role as deputy news editor. She has worked for Jacaranda FM, Capricorn FM as well as Thobela FM.
 
Lethabo has also hosted a TV show “Talk To Me”, a show aimed at tapping into the lives of ordinary South Africans and public figures getting to know their stories and exploring various ideologies.
 
In 2019 she joined the television series The Real Housewives of Johannesburg and has previously appeared in the SABC1 soapie Skeem Saam.
 
Viewers can look forward to the following stories in the upcoming episodes: –
 
Monday, 10^th May 2021
 
An exclusive interview with Lesedi FM Presenter Dimakatso Ratselane who was stabbed by her husband and left for dead.
Monday, 17^th May 2021
After the rot we exposed at the Mogalakwena municipality 2020, the National parliament called for action to be taken. The municipality is currently under administration.  We are going back to once again show the plight of the residents because not much has changed.
Monday, 24^th May 2021
A mother blames the Department of Education for allowing her normal child to be taken to a special school because her teacher said she is a slow learner.  The mother recently took her child for assessment and results show that the child is normal and should not have been taken to the special school.
Monday, 31^st May 2021
Service delivery at Mopani Municipality as we approach the Municipal Elections. We will visit the affected villages to witness their struggles. We will also talk to whistleblowers that provided us with documents to support their allegations. DA also released a media statement about the issue, we will also include them in the story. We involve the service providers and give them right of reply. Mopani district Municipality and Lepelle Northern Water will also be given an opportunity to give their side of the story.
 
 
For more information, interview opportunities and publicity images please contact the SABC2 PR office.
 
More current affairs for you, every Monday at 20:30 only on SABC2.
 
 
For media enquiries:
 
Caroline Phalakatshela
Publicity Specialist – Video Entertainment
072 382 2032/ phalakatshelamc@sabc.co.za