The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC (SOC) Limited, is a Schedule 2 (Major Public Entity) entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act NO. 1 of 1999, as amended. It was established through an Act of Parliament in 1936, which replaced the previous state-controlled African Broadcasting Corporation. This was followed by the enactment of the Broadcasting Act NO. 4 of 1999 in which section 7 allowed for the establishment of the SABC.
Each of the radio and television services under the SABC portfolio are licensed separately by the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) and required to adhere to their respective license conditions, and the provisions of the Broadcasting Act as well as the Broadcasting Charter.
Over the years, the public service provider has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the delivery of its mandate through showcasing content aimed at informing, educating and entertaining its audiences. Its portfolio includes 19 radio stations and 5 television channels which command millions of audiences on a daily basis.
Boasting state of the art technology, top of the range on-air talent and a dedicated workforce across all Provinces in South Africa, the SABC has proven to be a media powerhouse.
The public service provider is constantly transforming its brands in order to remain relevant and bring about change which is aligned to the ever-changing needs of its audiences.
Jacaranda FM is one of the biggest independent radio stations in South Africa with a combined audience of over 3 million - a bilingual broadcaster with a footprint that extends to Limpopo, Mpumalanga and the North West Province. It's the home of top talent, award-winning content and more music you love!
Radio 702 is a talk radio station based in Gauteng.
Over 40 years, we have become a positive force for change. We don’t just report the news – we make sense of it and hold those in power to account. We believe in the transformative power of information and dialogue and that access to different ideas promotes understanding and changes lives. The station has built a reputation for pursuing the truth relentlessly and getting the answers and this is achieved through fearless interrogation.
If you're looking for the latest news from a credible and trustworthy source or just want to take part in spirited conversations, 702 is the YouTube channel for you!
If you prefer to sit back and listen to the radio old-fashioned style, you can find us on 92.7 FM or 106 FM or you can tune in to DStv Channel 856. If you're on the go and nowhere near the radio, now you can take 702 with you on your phone. Download the 702 app or listen live on www.702.co.za.
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