SABC debunks ‘car radio license’ rumour

Contrary to the rumour mill, the SABC is not implementing a car radio license.

Social media was buzzing on Thursday as a fake statement pretending to come from the public broadcaster claimed it was implementing a car radio license.

It claimed vehicle owners were required to have a car radio license, regardless of whether they used them or not. 

The SABC quickly debunked the rumour, noting that the statement was fake.

In a post on X, the SABC deemed it ‘disinformation’.

“The SABC is not considering implementing a car license. This is disinformation and does not reflect the policies, corporate plans, and values of the SABC.”

In a follow-up official verified statement, the broadcaster reaffirmed that it was fabricated and misleading.