The DA has written to the ANC Chief Whip, Jackson Mthembu, requesting an Unusual Meeting of the Portfolio Committee on Communications in terms of National Assembly (NA) Rule 223 to discuss the deeply concerning machinations at the SABC that have now gone too far. Parliament cannot ignore the blantent chilling of freedom of expression and the press at the public broadcaster.
The DA notes Mr Mthembu's response to our request and its referral to the House Chairperson on Committees and Oversight, Cedric Frolick, for his consideration. We implore Mr Frolick to handle this matter expeditiously appreciating the recent developments at the SABC.
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