Johannesburg –Thursday, 02 December 2021 – The Board takes seriously the grievances lodged by the Group Executive: News & Current Affairs, Ms Phathiswa Magopeni against the Chairperson of the Board, Mr Bongumusa Makhathini and the Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr Madoda Mxakwe. The Board assures that the matter is being processed fairly and in accordance with SABC policies. The Board believes that the processes underway should be allowed to conclude and will not comment further at this stage.

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Issued By:                               SABC Board

Media Enquiries:                     Ms. Gugu Ntuli (Group Executive: Corporate Affairs and Marketing)

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