THE SABC’S DESPERATE ATTEMPT TO SUCK DRY YOUR WALLET
The SABC has finally admitted that it’s broke, and it’s coming for your hard-earned cash. In a brazen attempt to revive its dwindling fortunes, the public broadcaster is now demanding a "device-independent levy" – think of it as a digital TV licence fee – that will be slapped on anyone who owns a device capable of receiving SABC content.
And if you thought that was bad, wait until you hear the rest of the SABC’s plan. They want to enlist the help of Sars and MultiChoice to collect these fees, which means that platforms like DStv and even streaming services like Netflix could be forced to act as agents of the SABC. Under this proposal, you’ll be forced to pay up before you can even access your favourite shows on these platforms.
But don’t worry, the SABC assures us that this is all in the name of "public service". After all, someone has to pay for the SABC’s lavish salaries, bloated bureaucracy, and endless reruns of Afrikaans soap operas.
And let’s not forget the SABC’s other bright idea: preventing South Africans from subscribing to streaming services like Netflix without a TV licence. Because, you know, the only way to truly experience the magic of TV is through the SABC’s own mediocre programming.
So, get ready to fork over your cash to the SABC, because they’re coming for you.
