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SA film industry funding crisis

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The South African film and television industry is facing a crisis. Continued funding losses and a malfunctioning Treasury rebate system have left producers struggling to finance projects and keep local talent on our screens. Thato Moraka, CEO of Leaders In Motion Media Africa (LIMA) tackled why aren’t South Africa’s film incentives working.
2 Feb 3PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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