SABC LAUNCHES A NEW TELEVISION CHANNEL – SABC EDUCATION

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is delighted to announce the launch of a new channel, SABC Education. In line with the Corporation’s mandate, the new channel will broadcast public service content from the Department of Education, educational programmes currently available on SABC 1, 2, 3, and archived material produced by the SABC on a limited basis.

The country’s public service broadcaster believes that the addition of the SABC Education channel to its existing portfolio will benefit learners throughout the country who have access to the Digital Terrestrial Television (Digital TV) network and other platforms, and provide them with more flexibility with regard to accessing educational content. However, the viability and success of the “SABC Education campaign” is dependent on sponsorships to enable these vital educational material to be made available to all leaners. This is only possible if funding is made available to broadcast this material on SABC 1 and 2, the platforms with the best national reach. The SABC can provide 12 hours per day over these two channels.

The SABC Education channel which will go live on 4th May 2020, will be initially available on YouTube and Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT), and other platforms to be confirmed later. The launch of the channel is consistent with the Broadcasting Act, which stipulates that the public service content provided by the Corporation must include a significant amount of educational programming.
The establishment of the channel comes amid the COVID-19 global scourge, which has impacted the country’s education system extensively. Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Madoda Mxakwe says that, “The launch of the channel is timely, as the nation requires these interventions to fill gaps that have been created by COVID-19 related adjustments. In particular, this initiative will ensure that education and learning continues outside the traditional classroom environment”.
However, it is worth noting that it is a long-term project that is targeted at foundation, intermediate, high school, as well as civic and tertiary education categories. Consistent with this, Mr. Mxakwe states that “The introduction of the SABC Education channel is in line with our education strategy which has been in the pipeline for some time”.

The core content will be broadcast in a customary linear manner, while ancillary programming will stream via digital platforms. The digital streaming of the channel will be carried using the SABC Education portal, SABC Education Virtual Academy (SEVA), Social Media such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube and other SABC channel websites.

Follow SABC Education channel on the following social media sites:
SABC Education www.sabceducation.co.za
SABC Education Virtual Academy (SEVA) www.seva.co.za
SABC Education Social Media Networks (Facebook, Twitter and YouTube)
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Issued By: Group Communications
Media Enquiries: Mmoni Seapolelo (Acting Spokesperson)
seapolelomv@sabc.co.za | T. 011 714 3057 |C. 073 688 1590

Getting to know Chante Jantjies

Getting to know Chante Jantjies

Chante Jantjies was born in Johannesburg and her mother is from Motherwell , Port Elizabeth whereas her dad is from the UK. She giggles as she shares her experience of her first radio gig and says “all the glory to God that I’m currently living my first radio dream job at my dream radio station METRO FM – I’ve never done radio before. Home to the best of the best;” and we could not agree more.

Her career in TV led her to want to explore radio so that she is not only confined to television. Outside of radio, Chante runs a 100% self-funded charity organizations called “Chante Cares” and also owns a technology and mobile company as well as a production company.

Her highest achievement is in her words is “Breaking the Norm.”

Chante started TV at the age of 15 and ultimately TV News at the tender age of 18 years old. She was a title holder of Miss Teen Universe and transitioned to the world of broadcasting, and ultimately joining the SABC family at the age of 22.

Her word of advice to people who want to enter the media space is to also find a sound financial base as a lot of media jobs are adhoc and therefore financially unstable. Chante says she was lucky to have mentors that were able to advise her about this due to their shortcomings hence her businesses that she runs on the side, outside her passion which is media.

Her advice is to work smart and hard and absorb knowledge from everyone around you. According to Chante, the media industry rewards sacrifice and will make you reap rewards based on what you put in.

Interesting things to know about Chante

• If she was a dish she would be caviar as she likes the finer things in life
• She hates making mistakes and tardiness
• Her fear is the thought of losing her loved ones
• The fact that Chicken Licken is not open makes her mad
• If she could switch lives with someone for a day, she would be Malala Yusvzai an activist for female education and Nobel prize laureate. She admires her bravery, strength and will power to stand up for a purpose higher than herself.

Catch Chante on The WKNDR Saturdays from 6am – 9am

Getting to know Lindi Sirame

Lindi was born in Venda in Limpopo in a small village called Mukula. She was raised by her grandmother in Bramley, Johannesburg, where her grandmother worked as a domestic worker.

Even though her radio career was launched in 2010 when she joined UJFM as a news anchor while studying towards a BA in Journalism, her early influence in the world of Journalism came way before that. Lindi says that she realized that she loved news back when she was in high school.

She said “I started a weekly tabloid paper which fished all the juicy gossip, I made a lot of enemies.” She chuckles as she tells the story.

Although in her matric year she still hadn’t chosen what she wanted to study, growing up with her grandmother, she would watch the 30 minute news on SABC in every language every evening. One night her grandmother pointed at the TV and said, “why don’t you go do that?”.

She had no clue what “that” was but upon doing some research she found a few courses on journalism and media studies and in the end was accepted at the University of Johannesburg for a degree in Journalism. Lindi’s grandmother played a huge role in her career choice.

Her grandmother introduced her to a small daily ritual of watching the news in different languages, even though they may not have understood what was said. Lindi says the images were always able to tell the story.

Outside of radio, Lindi is also a news anchor at Newzroom Afrika. “I’m still learning how to balance the roles but even on my most tired days, I’m driven by the passion.” she says.
Lindi’s biggest accomplishment is getting on METRO FM, “This is something I’ve pursued for a while. I wanted it with all my heart. I’m also really proud that every evening Makhulu gets to watch my news bulletins, I know she’s proud.”

Here are a few things you may not have known about Lindi:
•If she could be any meal, she would be oxtail. She says she identifies with an oxtail dish for its warmth and heartiness, just like herself
•She loves spending time with family when she is not working
•When asked if she would change anything about herself, she said, “I would absolutely not change anything about myself or my journey”. She says she loves herself flaws, and all.
•When asked what advice she would give someone who wanted to enter the radio and entertainment industry, she said “Pace yourself and learn as much as you can. Take all the feedback and let it build you”.

Catch Lindi Sirame on the Kings Suite week days from 3pm to 6pm

SABC CALLS ON CITIZENS TO PLAY THEIR PART IN THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID-19 PANDEMIC

The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), is pleased to announce its partnership with the Solidarity Fund, in an effort to give visibility to its objectives and activities. This comes as the country is dealing with the unprecedented challenge of the COVID-19 global pandemic. Key to the work of the Solidarity Fund are measures aimed at lessening the severity of the COVID-19 impact on the nation.

Central to the partnership is the launch of a nationwide campaign to encourage citizens to contribute to the Solidarity Fund’s endeavours. In line with its public mandate, the SABC has deemed it necessary to embark on a four-week campaign, to mobilise South Africans to play their part in supporting the work of the Solidarity Fund and to combat the COVID-19 global pandemic.

The campaign, #ThatsSolidarity, will be carried on all SABC radio stations, television channels and digital platforms. The SABC is using the campaign to encourage citizens to put their hearts and minds into the cause, and lend a helping hand to this crucial project. In addition to the campaign and as part of its own contribution, the SABC will allocate airtime to the value of R1.6m to broadcast the Solidarity Fund’s Public Service Announcements on television and radio during the four-week campaign
As the nation’s public service broadcaster, the SABC commits itself to continue using its platforms to serve the needs of the citizens, especially during this difficult period. As such, collaborative efforts between the SABC and its stakeholders is critical in all the nation’s efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus, reduce COVID-19 infections, and to minimise the impact of the scourge on society.

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Issued By: Group Communications
Media Enquiries: Mmoni Seapolelo (Acting Spokesperson)
seapolelomv@sabc.co.za | T. 011 714 3057 |C. 073 688 1590