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Vuyo Nyembezi Appointed As SABC's Group Executive For Technology, Paving The Way For Digital Transformation
3+ hour, 50+ min ago (243+ words) The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has officially appointed Vuyo Nyembezi as its group executive for technology, effective May 15, 2026. This decision follows a rigorous, competitive selection process. Nyembezi has been serving as the acting group executive and has proven to…...
BMA Feature: Zambia Rejects US$2 B Health Deal, Declaring An End To AID Dependency
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (314+ words) Lusaka, Zambia: The government of Zambia has sparked public controversy after refusing to sign a $2 billion healthcare deal with the US. Citing "unacceptable terms," Lusaka pointed to demands for exclusive mineral-extraction privileges for US corporations and extensive biometric sharing. In…...
South African Talent Shines Brightly At Cannes Film Festival 2026
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (267+ words) South African artists are proudly showcasing their talents on the global stage at the renowned Cannes Film Festival, which is currently taking place in Cannes, France, from May 12 to 23, 2026. As one of the most prestigious entertainment events worldwide, the Cannes…...
African Broadcasters Urged To Prioritise Transparency And Cultural Responsibility In AI Adoption - BMA Webinar
2+ week, 3+ hour ago (190+ words) These themes took centre stage during the recent webinar hosted by Broadcast Media Africa titled AI And Broadcast Compliance: What Players Must Know About Emerging Regulations, held on 12 May 2026, as part of an ongoing industry dialogue on the future of…...
South Africans Shift From DStv As Streaming Services Surge
2+ week, 5+ day ago (151+ words) Broadcast Media Africa South Africans Shift From DStv As Streaming Services Surge The TV landscape in South Africa is undergoing a significant shift, as more viewers are cutting ties with DStv and turning to popular streaming services such as Netflix…...
Botswana TV Eases Advertising Restrictions For International Brands
2+ week, 6+ day ago (241+ words) Broadcast Media Africa Botswana's public broadcaster has opened its airwaves to international advertisements, a significant shift aimed at welcoming multinational and South African advertisers into the local market. Marnox Media, which has been collaborating with the broadcaster on this matter…...
Telecom Namibia And Angola Telecom Forge Partnership To Boost Digital Connectivity Along Southern Africa's Coast
1+ mon, 3+ hour ago (315+ words) Digital connectivity along the western coast of Southern Africa is set for significant enhancement following the signing of a memorandum of understanding and a commercial terms agreement between Telecom Namibia and Angola Telecom in Swakopmund. Through this agreement, Angola Telecom…...
Angola's Space Program Achieves Top Five Ranking In Africa
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (217+ words) Angola's national space program has gained recognition as one of the five most advanced in Africa, signalling a significant step forward in the country's technological and scientific pursuits. A key element of this progress is the ANGEO-1 Earth observation satellite…...
STUDIOCANAL To Produce 'The Road Home', Spotlighting South African Heritage In Cape Town
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (308+ words) Broadcast Media Africa The story follows trumpeter Hugh Masekela, portrayed by Thabo Rametsi, who is torn between two worlds after being exiled from South Africa. The Anti-Apartheid Movement, led by his mentor, Archbishop Trevor Huddleston, strongly opposed Simon's 'Graceland', accusing…...
Namibia Launches US$7. 35 Million Direct-To-Home Satellite Project To Bridge Digital Divide
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (263+ words) Namibia is taking decisive action to launch a Direct-To-Home (DTH) satellite broadcasting project, a significant investment aimed at reducing the digital divide in the country. Emma Theofelus, the Minister of Information, Communication and Technology (ICT), announced this development while providing…...