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The SABC is facing lawsuits to the value of R1.3 billion as it buckles under the pressure of a cash crunch.

Cape Town - The public broadcaster reported in its financial statements that the civil claims were from individuals and entities for a number of disputes.

The Government Employee Pension Fund has filed the biggest lawsuit, for R760 million, over a lease deal that went sour.Another broadcaster has filed a civil claim of R30m against the SABC over the termination of a contract.

 

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