1. DEFINITIONS

1.1 In these Competition Rules, the following definitions apply (unless the context clearly

indicates a contrary intention):

1.1.1 “the Act” means the Consumer Protection Act, 68 of 2008;

1.1.2 “Business Day” means a day other than a Saturday or a Sunday or a day which from time

to time is a proclaimed public holiday in the Republic of South Africa;

1.1.3 “Competition” means the SABC+ Customer Satisfaction Survey and Prize Eligibility

Competition;

1.1.4 “Competition Rules” means the rules, as required by Section 36 of the Act as run by the

SABC during the Promotion Period;

1.1.5 “Participant” means an individual who enters the Competition and meets the qualification

criteria set out in clause 4;

1.1.6 “POPI” means the Protection of Personal Information Act, No 4 of 2013;

1.1.7 “Prize” means the sum of money to be won by the Winner of the Competition as further

described in clause 4;

1.1.8 “Survey” means the SABC+ Satisfaction Survey which is sent by the SABC for any

person/member of the public to complete;

1.1.9 “Survey” means the SABC+ Satisfaction Survey which is sent by the SABC for any

person/member of the public to complete;

1.1.10 “Winner” means a Participant who is successfully drawn in the Competition and is notified

as such by the SABC in terms of clause 6.

2. INTRODUCTION

2.1 The SABC is promoting participation in the SABC+ Customer Satisfaction Survey, by

participating in the survey participants can enter the Competition in order to win the Prize,

in terms of the Competition Rules set out herein.

3. WHO MAY PARTICIPATE

3.1. To participate in the competition, a Participant must:

3.1.1. be a South African citizen or a permanent resident of the Republic of South Africa.

3.1.2. be 16 (sixteen) years or older;

3.1.3. be able to participate on a mobile device;

3.1.4. be a natural person;

3.1.5. have a South African birth certificate or be a foreign national with proof of

identification and legal status in the Republic of South Africa; and

3.1.6. be a registered user of SABC+ App (or previous user of SABC+ App).

3.2. The following persons may not participate in the competition:

3.2.1. Directors, employees or business partners of the SABC, or any of their immediate

family (spouse or life partner, parents, siblings and children, including adopted

children, but not half or step relations), their agents or consultants or marketing

service providers or any other person who directly or indirectly controls or is

controlled by the SABC; or

3.2.2. a supplier of goods or services to the SABC in connection with the competition.

4. PRIZES

4.1. The Prize eligibility comprises of a total R5 000.00 (Five Thousand Rand) cash which shall be split

equally amongst four (4) Winners of the Competition at three (3) prizes of R1 000 (One Thousand

Rand) each and one (1) prize of R 2 000 (Two Thousand Rand).

5. HOW TO ENTER THE COMPETITION

5.1. Participants can be eligible to enter the competition by being a registered user of the SABC+

APP and completing the SABC+ Customer Satisfaction Survey which can be accessed on the

SABC+ app and/or website.

5.2. Each Survey Participant is eligible for 1 (one) entry into the Competition, and multiple

responses from 1 (one) person will be disqualified for prize eligibility. Illegible and incomplete

responses will also be disqualified.

5.3. Participants who submit the completed Survey, must indicate that they would like to be

entered for the Prize Eligibility Competition and must provide their name, surname, contacts

details and date of birth after completing the Survey. The collection of personal information is

strictly for the purposes of the Survey and Competition and complies with the POPIA and shall

only be used for verification purposes and to communicate with Winners. Such information

shall not be shared with any third-party.

5.4. The Winners’ will be randomly selected (using random winner selector software) after the

Survey closing date from the database of valid entries submitted by the set deadline.

5.5. The closing date for all Surveys and entry into the Competition shall be communicated by the

SABC on the email.

6. NOTIFICATION OF WINNERS

6.1. All Winners of the Competition are required to provide the SABC with their original identity

document to claim a prize and shall be required to complete all further necessary

documentation as required by the SABC.

6.2. The SABC shall notify all the Winners within two (2) weeks from the closing date of the Survey.

1.1. Winners will also be directly contacted by the SABC via their indicated preferred method of

contact first before being announced by the SABC on the SABC social media platforms.

Thereafter, all Winners shall be announced by the SABC on the SABC social media platforms.

If a Winner, where an attempt to contact has been made by the SABC via their preferred

method of communication fails, the SABC shall proceed to announce their name as a Winner

on its social media platform thereafter.

1.2. In the event of a Winner who has been contacted by the SABC personally or their names

announced on the SABC’s social media, does not respond to SABC’s notification after 1 (one)

calendar month, the SABC reserves the right to withdraw the cash prize entitlement, and the

cash prize will be forfeited, and an alternative Winner will be selected. Upon prize forfeiture,

no compensation will be given.

1.3. A Winner in this Competition consents to the SABC interviewing them live or otherwise on

SABC platforms and to the SABC broadcasting the interview audio clip/voice note or video on

different SABC platforms.

1.4. Prizes are non-transferable and is on an as-is basis.

1.5. The Prizes are therefore non-exchangeable, non-transferable, and is not redeemable for other

prizes. The prize may not be claimed by a third party on behalf of a Winner.

2. GENERAL CONDITIONS

7.1 By entering the Competition, Participants agree to the use of their personal information in

accordance with the provisions of the Protection of Personal Information Act No 4 of 2013

(“POPI Act”).

7.2 The Prize will only be handed directly to you or your parent or legal guardian and not to

anyone else.

7.3 In the event of any dispute regarding these Terms and Conditions and/or the results thereof

and all other matters relating to the Competition, the decision of SABC shall be final and no

further correspondence or discussions shall be entertained by the SABC.

7.4 The SABC, its directors, employees, agents, or suppliers will not be responsible for any

direct or indirect loss or damage or disappointment resulting from your participation in the

competition, or for any accident, injury, harm, damages, costs or death that you or any

other person who participates in the SABC User Experience Survey Prize Eligibility

Competition sustains at any point during the fulfilment of the prize. The SABC further

disclaims liability for any injury or damage to any Winner’s or any other person’s device

relating to or resulting from participating in or downloading any material in connection with

the SABC User Experience Survey Prize Eligibility.

7.5 The SABC shall not be liable for any failure to comply with its obligations in terms of this

Competition where such failure is caused by something outside its control. Such

circumstances shall include, but not be limited to, pandemics, outbreaks, weather

conditions, fire, flood, hurricane, strike, industrial dispute, war, hostilities, political unrest,

riots, civil commotion, inevitable accidents, supervening legislation or any other

circumstances amounting to force majeure.

7.6 Each Participant entrant and/or Winner agrees to the SABC making their names and any

and all entries/ user generated content/ audio clips/voice notes or video made available

for this Competition in the SABC’s publications and/or on its websites and any other media,

whether now known or invented in the future.

7.7 If one or more conditions of these Terms and Conditions are void and/or invalid, this will

not affect the validity of the remaining Terms and Conditions and/or any other specific

terms for the contest.

7.8 By entering any this SABC+ Customer Satisfaction Survey Prize Eligibility, Each Participant

entrant confirms that they have read and understood and agree to be bound by these terms

and conditions, and by the decisions of the SABC, which are final in all matters relating to

the Prize Eligibility. Any breach of these terms and conditions will result in the

disqualification from the Prize Eligibility Competition or the forfeiture of the prize. No

correspondence will be entered into.

7.9 The SABC may extend, shorten or cancel the competition immediately and without

notifying you if it is permitted by law, if we must do so by law, or for reasons beyond our

control. If this happens, you will give up any rights that you may have in terms of this

competition and you will have no recourse against us or our agents, contractors, or

sponsors as a result of the extension, shortening or cancellation.

7.10 It is a material term of the Competition that all entrants into this Competition participate

entirely at their own risk.

7.11 Any person who wishes to obtain a copy of the competition rules shall be able to do so by

emailing: consumerinsights@sabc.co.za, Tel no: 011 714 5792_.

Established on 17 July 1950, SABC News is commemorating 75 years since the broadcast of the first news bulletin on its then channel, Springbok Radio. SABC News is recognised for its pivotal role in documenting historical events and milestones of the country, with programmes which have continually ensured that South Africans have access to the content of national and international interest.

SABC News has undergone a significant transformation in its news delivery, evolving from initially broadcasting just two news bulletins in English and Afrikaans to offering comprehensive coverage in all South African languages. What began as a single radio station has expanded into a multi-platform operation that includes 19 radio stations and several television channels, among them a 24-hour news channel dedicated to keeping the nation informed. This growth also embraces the use of SABC’s digital platforms and various technological innovations to effectively reach and engage audiences.

SABC News has continued to provide news of historic events which have made an impact over the years in the public space and content that reflects the South African story in the context of a democratic transformation, from coverage of the release of President Nelson Mandela, the first democratic elections in 1994 to 2024, Presidential inaugurations and World-class coverage of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in conjunction with SABC Sport. As SABC News celebrates 75 years of excellence, it continues to serve as a trusted custodian of South Africa’s history, committed to informing the nation while preserving its most defining moments for generations to come.

SABC News has continued to provide news of historic events which have made an impact over the years in the public space and content that reflects the South African story in the context of a democratic transformation, from coverage of the release of President Nelson Mandela, the first democratic elections in 1994 to 2024, Presidential inaugurations and World-class coverage of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in conjunction with SABC Sport. As SABC News celebrates 75 years of excellence, it continues to serve as a trusted custodian of South Africa’s history, committed to informing the nation while preserving its most defining moments for generations to come.

The 75 years of SABC News milestone is celebrated to honour a legacy built on resilience and a deep commitment to ethical journalistic practices and continuing to serve as a credible and vital source of information, as well as telling authentic South African stories.

By Amogelang Motshegare (Acting Internal Communications Manager)

June in South Africa is more than just a month on the calendar, it is a powerful reminder of the courage, creativity, and resilience that lives within our youth. Youth Month is a time when we reflect on the sacrifices of the youth of 1976, while turning our gaze forward to the promise of a new generation boldly reimagining the future. At the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), we are proud to honour that spirit by partnering with platforms/initiatives that elevate youth potential and effort. One such powerful initiative is the Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards (YOBAs) which took place on the 21^st of June in Johannesburg, South Africa.

As the official media partner for the 2025 YOBAs, the SABC is committed to amplifying the voices, stories, and innovations of young entrepreneurs who are shaping our economy and the image of Africa. With our national footprint across 5 television channels and 19 radio stations, and through our digital platform streaming platform SABC+, we aim to shine a national spotlight on the trailblazers turning bold ideas into thriving businesses.

In a time when youth unemployment remains one of South Africa’s greatest socio-economic challenges, the YOBAs stand as a defiant celebration of young people who are not only surviving, but creating, innovating, and hiring. These are the dreamers, changemakers and doers – the self-starters in agriculture, apparel, media, tech, manufacturing and more. The ones who are rewriting the narrative of what is possible when youth are empowered and equipped.

At this year’s prestigious event, SABC Group CEO Nomsa Chabeli delivered a compelling keynote address that captured the spirit of the occasion. A visionary in African marketing and storytelling, she left the audience with a powerful call to action:

“Don’t just solve today’s problems – design tomorrow’s solutions.”

Our support of the YOBAs is not just symbolic, it is rooted in the SABC’s belief that storytelling is a tool for transformation. By showcasing youth excellence across 16 diverse categories, we are creating a platform that not only celebrates success but sparks new aspirations. Every story broadcasted, every interview aired, and every moment streamed becomes a source of motivation for a young person watching from a township in the Western Cape, a classroom in Limpopo, or an innovation hub in Gauteng. The YOBAs are more than awards, they are a call to action.

As a public broadcaster, the SABC recognises that we have a duty to be more than a mirror to society, instead we must also be a megaphone for progress. Through our SABC+ activation at the YOBAs, we are building new bridges between young creators and accessible media tools. We are inviting our audience not just to observe success, but to feel it, engage with it, and be inspired to pursue their own.

In celebrating youth excellence, we are investing in the future of our nation. Because when we give young people the platforms, recognition, and visibility they deserve, we do not just empower individuals – we also ignite entire communities.

This Youth Month, and every month after, the SABC reaffirms its commitment to telling the stories that matter, to being a partner in youth potential, and to building a media ecosystem where African excellence is always on air.

Let us continue to celebrate, support and amplify youth excellence – not only because it is June, but because the future demands it.

by the SABC Corporate Affairs Marketing Team