How out of tune is the SABC for wanting us to pay it to watch Netflix?

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The proposal has been met with backlash, but some think online streaming platforms should contribute

Government’s proposal that SA’s TV licence fee be amended to include laptops, cellphones and tablets has been met with mixed reaction from experts who say it could run foul of the country’s existing communications laws.

On Wednesday, communications deputy minister Pinky Kekana told parliament’s portfolio committee on communications that the definition of TV licences was outdated as it stood and should be amended to include other electronic devices that people used to stream video on demand...A subscription gives you full digital access to all Sunday Times content.Registered on the BusinessLIVE, Business Day or Financial Mail websites? Sign in with the same details.

 

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If they are after the money, why don't the invest in Netflix or learn from them?

ParliamentofRSA committee on Communication should be asking how is it possible for the likes of eNCA, Kayafm & Powerfm able to run profitable without government help. Whereas, the SABC has to be babysitted by poor South Africans with licenses and taxes.

Then we stop watching and save our monies

No

JvanLogg The sum should feel free to contribute exclude the rest of us. SAFirst SAUnite StopCorruption dare I just say, Hlaudi SABC another myanc trough just like all the remaining SOEs

OnlineStreaming FreeRide Isn't it a bit like PnP asking Woolworths to pay them their short fall?

Anc marxism

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