Alternative to 1% tax to fund SABC to be devised

Posted: 19 March 2011 | News - MMA in the Media | Categories: Democracy and Governance, Media Freedom and Performance

The Department of Communication has commissioned a study to look at the best funding model for the SABC after a proposed 1% tax income from the now-withdrawn Public Service Broadcasting Bill caused a public outcry .

A review process with "relevant stakeholders" would be held before it is submitted to Parliament next year , Tiyani Rikhotso, spokesman for Communications Minister Roy Padayachie, said.

Read the full article by Chantelle Benjamin on businessday.co.za