This submission addresses the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) Bill, presenting civil society's concerns about the proposed legislation's impact on the independence and integrity of South Africa's public broadcaster.

The document raises concerns about governance provisions that may leave the SABC vulnerable to political influence, arguing for stronger structural protections for editorial independence and board accountability.

Recommendations focus on reforming appointment processes, entrenching editorial autonomy in law, and establishing transparent oversight mechanisms to ensure the SABC serves the public interest rather than political or commercial agendas.