Sports broadcasting rights still not resolved
The SABC and MultiChoice finally reached an agreement after denying millions televised access to PSL football games, but the threat of future blackouts remains.
Icasa
Icasa: Can the SABC cope with a bigger sports load?
The public broadcaster is already struggling financially to air the sports events in its current mandate. If Icasa’s proposed broadcasting regulations are passed, the number of events will rise dramatically.
Icasa: Will new regulations kill South African sports?
Sporting bodies were united against Icasa’s proposed broadcasting rights amendments, which will affect their revenue and players. Some vowed to challenge the matter up to the highest court.
Icasa: A broadcasting balancing act for sport
Icasa heard some fiery submissions during the public hearing on its proposed sports broadcasting regulation amendments, with sports federations firmly against and viewers all for the changes.