Motsoeneng says the SABC must put the needs of local artists first.
Speaking to TimesLIVE on Tuesday morning, Motsoeneng, who implemented the controversial 90/10 policy at the SABC radio and TV platforms, said he still stands by it.
The policy cost the SABC millions in advertising revenue and audiences for SABC3 and commercial radio stations Metro FM, 5FM and Good Hope FM.SABC acting CEO James Aguma told parliament in 2017 that the 90/10 local music quotas cost the broadcast company R29m in radio revenue and R183m on television.
“The 90/10 rule did not affect advertising, South Africans were simply not given opportunities to produce quality content. I'm glad that people now realise its importance, it is my legacy and I'm proud to have played my part.”
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