Bonang Quits Metro FM Over World Cup Show Dispute With SABC

The SABC and Bonang Matheba have decided to end their relationship after the broadcaster’s refusal to allow Matheba to continue hosting a World Cup Lifestyle show on SuperSport. 

The broadcaster claims that NO talent on any SABC platform is allowed to be on any other broadcasters across ANY mediums. Matheba and her management could not agree to these terms, as it does not align with Matheba's future business plans.

In a statement Bonang said; 

“Metro FM is an exceptional station and it is a pity that my journey with them has been so short. I am an independent freelancer and have been working peacefully with all broadcasters over the years. 

My future potential cannot be jeopardised by accepting terms that will not grow my career. I could not agree to the SABC's blanket terms – in restricting me to work with other broadcasters, even though my contract with them was on radio. 

Thank you to the team at Metro FM for a wonderful time thus far. Onward and upward!”

Matheba can be seen every weekend on SuperSport at 13:00 for the duration of the World Cup.