# The SABC requires 7.5-billion-rand to fund its public mandate, warning that its current model is unsustainable. Updating the Standing Committee on Public Accounts in Parliament, CEO Nomsa Chabeli confirmed a 700-million-rand loss for 2023/24. Chabeli stressed the broadcaster is self-funding and urged finalisation of the SABC Bill. She emphasized the need for government support to ensure the broadcaster’s viability and fulfill its public service obligations:
SABC needs R7.5-billion for unfunded public mandate [SOUND]
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