SENTECH Announces Leadership and Executive Changes

SENTECH is pleased to announce key leadership appointments as part of its ongoing organisational transformation. Sentech is shifting its operating model towards a business and customer focused model that is targeting to enhance Strategy delivery, good governance and accountability. Ms. Clarinda Simpson joined SENTECH as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Clarinda’s appointment follows the end of… Continue reading SENTECH Announces Leadership and Executive Changes

Lynette Howell Taylor Elected Academy President

ACADEMY BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2025-2026 OFFICERS ELECTED Producer Lynette Howell Taylor was elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by the organization’s Board of Governors. Also elected to 2025-2026 officer positions by the Board: “Lynette has been a vital part of the Academy Board of Governors for many years, most recently… Continue reading Lynette Howell Taylor Elected Academy President

PoeComSto Council Officially Launches: A New Voice for Poetry, Comedy, and Storytelling in South Africa

The Poetry, Comedy and Storytelling Council (PoeComSto Council) is proud to announce its official establishment as part of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture’s (DSAC) national drive to restructure and revitalise South Africa’s creative sector. PoeComSto is one of 17 newly formed Sector Cluster Councils developed through the August 2024 bosberaad consultation with artists… Continue reading PoeComSto Council Officially Launches: A New Voice for Poetry, Comedy, and Storytelling in South Africa

Four Free Emmy Virtual Q&As

Free virtual Q&As on top Emmy-nominees ‘THE LAST OF US’ Season Two Free Virtual Q&A with Emmy-winners editor Timothy Good, ACE & co-creator/executive producer/writer/director Craig Mazin Sponsored by HBO Max Get FREE Tickets MONSTERS:THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY Free Virtual Q&A with Emmy-winning editor Peggy Tachdjian, ACE Sponsored by Netflix Get FREE Tickets WILL & HARPER Free Virtual… Continue reading Four Free Emmy Virtual Q&As

Competition Tribunal Approves Canal+ and MultiChoice Merger with Conditions

The Competition Tribunal (Tribunal) has conditionally approved the proposed merger between French media group, Groupe Canal+ SAS (Canal+) and South African pay-TV operator, MultiChoice Group Limited (MultiChoice Group). The Tribunal’s decision follows a merger hearing during which oral submissions were made by: the Competition Commission (Commission); the merger parties; the Department of Trade, Industry and… Continue reading Competition Tribunal Approves Canal+ and MultiChoice Merger with Conditions

Sentech Celebrates 1KZN TV’s New Studio Launch and Ongoing Partnership with MDDA in Advancing Community Broadcasting

Sentech proudly congratulates 1KZN TV on the official launch of its state-of-the-art studio and control room, a significant milestone in the station’s 16-year journey as a pillar of community broadcasting. This launch not only marks a technical evolution for the station but also stands as a powerful testament to the impact of collaborative partnerships between… Continue reading Sentech Celebrates 1KZN TV’s New Studio Launch and Ongoing Partnership with MDDA in Advancing Community Broadcasting