SABC FY2016/17 SECOND QUARTER REPORT (1 July to 30 September 2016)

SABC 2nd QUARTER REPORT TABLE OF CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY SECOND QUARTER FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE PERFORMANCE AGAINST PREDETERMINED OBJECTIVES

SABC 2nd QUARTER REPORT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In spite of an onslaught of adverse media publicity, the SABC ended the 2nd Quarter on a successful note with a number of key events being broadcast on its platforms. The public broadcaster’s biggest achievement during the period under review was most definitely its unrivalled coverage of the 2016 Local Elections – the SABC received numerous accolades for its immaculate coverage. Financial performance was satisfactory with the Corporation increasing its cash balance with more than R200m to R660.5m at the end of September 2016. The SABC’s financial ratios indicate that the Corporation is in an acceptable financial position and can meet all of its obligations. The net loss for the 2nd Quarter was R256.4m mainly as a result of below budget revenue generation. Adverse economic conditions and resultant client cut-backs contributed to the revenue underperformance.

SABC 2nd QUARTER REPORT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The following are summarised highlights for the Quarter under review: The SABC performed exceptionally well against its goal of contributing to nation building and social cohesion. Programming on TV and Radio commemorated national days which included Women’s Day and National Heritage Day. The latter focused on content and programming regarding restoration of the dignity of all the citizens, promoting South African languages and national symbols, and promotion and preservation of the different cultures. The month of July was themed Nelson Mandela Month and South Africans were encouraged to dedicate 67 minutes to the Madiba legacy. SABC 3 launched its new schedule on 1 July 2016. The schedule, reflecting an 80/20 mix of local and international content is a key element in the repositioning of the SABC network to improve audience numbers, fulfil a broader mandate and to promote the development of the local content production industry.

SABC 2nd QUARTER REPORT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY SABC Radio still dominates the market by commanding an exceptional share of 71.8%. PBS Radio contributes 64.9% towards the overall SABC share performance while PCS Radio has an all adult share of 6.9%. Radio reaches 28.1m all adult South Africans (15+). A series of spectacular sporting events, were broadcast on the SABC’s platforms during the 2nd Quarter. Of note was the extremely successful broadcast of the 2016 Rio Olympics and Paralympics. The popularity of SABC content via internet and social media channels is continuing to show healthy growth. FaceBook and Twitter remain the two most important social media platforms across the SABC’s network.

SABC 2nd QUARTER REPORT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In its commitment to deliver quality top-class programming, the SABC won a number of television and radio awards during the Quarter under review. The SABC was also able to reap the prestigious Mail and Guardian award for Top Companies Reputation Index in the Parastatal category. During the period under review, the SABC released its 2015/16 Annual Report and Financial statements which was tabled in Parliament by the Shareholder. Subsequently, a media conference was held to convey and contextualize the results.

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE SABC 2nd QUARTER REPORT ABRIDGED INCOME STATEMENT for the period ended 30 September 2016 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE   Quarter 2 2016/17 Year to Date Year on Year Actual R'000 Budget R'000 Variance R'000 Variance % Actual 2017 R'000 Actual 2016 R'000 Revenue & Other Income (1,998,811) (2,344,839) (346,028) (15%) (3,815,406) (4,544,471) (729,066) (16) (4,107,814) (292,408) (7) Expenses 1,642,748 1,776,681 133,934 8% 3,173,692 3,508,418 334,725 10 3,072,697 (100,996) (3) Earning before Amortisation, Depreciation, Interest and Tax (EBITDA) (356,063) (568,157) (212,094) 60% (641,713) (1,036,054) (394,341) 38 (1,035,117) (393,404) Amort. & Imp. Prog, Film & Sports Rights 558,905 583,860 24,955 4% 968,845 1,021,516 52,671 5 819,223 (149,622) (18) Amortisation of Computer Software 11,521 13,141 1,620 14% 22,596 26,282 3,686 14 22,917 321 1 Depreciation 53,679 59,365 5,686 11% 106,472 118,744 12,272 110,765 4,294 4 Operating (Profit)/Loss Before Interest & Tax 268,042 88,208 (179,833) (67%) 456,200 130,489 (325,711) (250) (82,211) (538,411) (655) Net Financing (Income)/Loss (11,604) (10,100) 1,504 (13%) (21,728) (20,194) 1,534 8 (1,660) 20,068 1,209 Operating (Profit)/Loss Before Tax 256,438 78,108 (178,330) (70%) 434,472 110,295 (324,177) (294) (83,872) (518,343) (618)

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE SABC 2nd QUARTER REPORT FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE The SABC’s 2nd Quarter closed at a net loss of R434.4m for the financial year to date which is, R324.2m unfavourable to budget of R110.3m. The entity’s financial performance tightened by R518m in comparison to prior year profits of R83.9m, attributable mainly to the decline in revenue and other income by 7% while overall expenditure escalated by 6%.   The Corporation achieved year-to-date revenue and other income of R3.8bn (2015/16: R4.1bn), which is 16% below budget of R4.5bn and 7% lower than prior year earnings. The main revenue streams lagging behind are advertising revenue, licence fees as well as sponsorship revenue; these streams contribute 90% of total income. Operational costs incurred to date are R4.3bn thus favourable to budget of R4.7bn by R403.4m; however this is 6% higher than prior year expenses of R4.0bn. The significant favourable line items to budget were amortisation of programme, film and sports rights, broadcast costs, as well as direct revenue collection costs.

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE SABC 2nd QUARTER REPORT FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE The SABC maintained a positive cash balance of R660.5m as it concludes the 2nd quarter with a net cash outflow of R220.6m mainly to operating activities and investment in capital expenditure. The Corporation is financially stable notwithstanding the constant increase in sports rights fees. It should also be noted that for the past two years operational cash was utilised to fund capital expenditure projects.  

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