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IOL News
06-08-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Communications minister opts for out-of-court settlement to expedite analogue switch-off in SA
Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi. Image: Solly Malatsi/X Communications and Digital Technologies Minister Solly Malatsi wants an out-of-court settlement reached in the case that brought the analogue switch-off to a standstill. Responding to parliamentary questions, Malatsi said the department aimed to resolve the matter in a non-litigious manner. 'We have mandated our legal representatives to engage their counterparts representing the broadcasters to explore the possibility of settling this matter out of court,' he said. In March, owner eMedia, Media Monitoring Africa, and the SOS Save Our Public Broadcasting group were granted interim relief by the Gauteng High Court. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ The applicants had sought to challenge the decision to set the analogue switch-off (ASO) on March 31, 2025, on a number of grounds, namely, irrationality, unlawfulness, absence of consultation, and non-compliance. ASO refers to the planned transition from analogue to digital television broadcasting, also known as Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT). Malatsi said his department, along with Sentech, which is the entity responsible for decoder distribution and installation, continued to install set-top boxes at the outstanding registered indigent households. 'The main challenge with these installations is that installers often struggle to find the recipients' physical addresses, as accurate contact details are not always available. In some cases, the households no longer exist or have relocated.' He also said the department and Sentech were now working with local municipalities and traditional authorities to locate and connect households. 'The State Information Technology Agency has developed an online system that allows households to update their physical addresses and contact details.' Asked about concrete measures his department has implemented or planned to reduce the cost of mobile data and expand access to reliable broadband infrastructure, Malatsi said the SA Connect Policy has been developed to address the challenges of access to the internet. 'The department is committed to bridging the digital divide in the country by providing Wi-Fi access to communities and ensuring universal access to the internet,' he said. Malatsi added that his department connected over 740 000 households to the internet during the 2023/2024 financial year. 'This was enabled through the installation of 4250 Wi-Fi hotspots.' He said the SA Connect programme also provided data packages, some as low as R5 daily for 1 GB or capped at around R250 per month for unlimited access. Malatsi also said the department has, through the SA Connect programme, tasked Broadband Infraco (BBI) with building 842 kilometres of fibre network and 20 Points of Presence (PoPs).
News24
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Eric Ndlovu reflects on his journey as he exits e.tv telenovela Isitha
Eric Ndlovu departs from Isitha - The Enemy, thanking fans for their unwavering love and support throughout his time on the show. Known for memorable roles in Isibaya, The Queen, and The Wife, Ndlovu has solidified himself as one of Mzansi's most beloved multilingual actors. While his journey as Bandze comes to an end, Ndlovu promises fans that this is not the end but 'a new beginning in a different direction.' Actor Eric Ndlovu has officially bowed out of his role as Bandze on the telenovela Isitha - The Enemy. Taking to Instagram, the 37-year-old expressed heartfelt gratitude to his fans, co-stars, and everyone who supported him during his time on the show. 'It's never easy to say goodbye, especially to people who have shown me so much love, support, and belief throughout my journey. From the very beginning, your encouragement gave me strength, your words lifted me during tough times, and your presence reminded me why I do what I do.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sipho Eric Ndlovu (@spholaricky) Isitha - The Enemy, a spinoff of the popular series The Black Door, was produced by Mandla N and Mpumelelo Nhlapo. eMedia's local programming head, Helga Palmer, described the show as a 'unique story combining different themes and genres in a dynamic and interesting way.' In his farewell note, Ndlovu emphasised that while his journey as Bandze has come to an end, it is not goodbye forever. 'As the Bandze character comes to an end, please know that every moment we've shared will stay with me forever. This isn't the end; it is just a new beginning in a different direction. I'll carry your love with me always.' Ndlovu is not new to the screens. He played numerous roles on some of Mzansi's hit shows, like Isibaya, The Queen, and Omen, but it's his portrayal of Sambulo in The Wife that has made this multilingual actor a fan-favourite with viewers. Speaking to Drum about The Wife, he shared: 'The response from viewers has also been overwhelming. It was great to see the love and appreciation Sambulo was getting. It was nice to know that his contribution to the show is seen.'
