by wordpress@deta.co.za | Aug 6, 2019 | Vacancies
INTERNSHIP 2019/20 The FPB is implementing an Internship Programme and is seeking a total of fourteen candidates who are interested in having an opportunity to gain practical work experience and skills development within the Media Regulatory Sector, (Films, certain...
by wordpress@deta.co.za | Jul 25, 2019 | Press Statements
Black market goods pose a threat to the economy of a country by putting pressure on the viability of legal suppliers of goods. In the case of the sale of illegal DVDs however, the stakes are even higher. DVDs sold illegally would not have followed the regulated...
by wordpress@deta.co.za | Jun 25, 2019 | Thought Leadership
As we celebrate Youth Month, in remembrance of the historic uprising in Soweto and Langa townships this month 43 years ago, we reflect on the challenges young people face today. No doubt the past few years have been the toughest since our democracy. Levels of...
by wordpress@deta.co.za | May 28, 2019 | Thought Leadership
As we mobilise towards Child Protection Week, which runs from 28 May to 4 June 2019, we urge parents to be vigilant with children in their care. The abuse of children continues to be a challenge that South Africa needs to work collectively to overcome.
by wordpress@deta.co.za | Apr 23, 2019 | Thought Leadership
South African parents ought to turn their attention urgently to their children playing and constructing social rules outside the influence and guidance of adults. Violent media content, simulated and or real, is so pervasive and so viral it calls for an urgent rescue...
by wordpress@deta.co.za | Apr 12, 2019 | Press Statements
The Film and Publication Board (FPB) is aware of the furore around an online game called Rape Day. We are unable to comment on the content of this game as it has not been submitted to us for classification, and it is our understanding that this game has not been...
by wordpress@deta.co.za | Apr 11, 2019 | Press Statements
The Film and Publication Board (FPB) extends its heartfelt thanks to the South African public, special interest groups, distributors and stakeholders in the film and gaming space for their inputs into the reviewed Classification Guidelines, which have now been...
by wordpress@deta.co.za | Mar 25, 2019 | Thought Leadership
In the age of digital disruptions, with all its possibilities and failures, it is important for us as Africans to protect the African Child, and work together to harmonise our approach to communication of the future.
by wordpress@deta.co.za | Feb 28, 2019 | Press Statements
The Film and Publication Board (FPB) urges parents to be vigilant and closely monitor their children’s online activities, especially games downloaded on various App stores or from other online sources. It has come to our attention that the game, “Momo Challenge” is a...
by wordpress@deta.co.za | Feb 5, 2019 | Press Statements
SAFER INTERNET DAY 2019 – STAKEHOLDER PANEL Programme Director: Lynette Kamineth Time Detail Who 08:00 – 09:00 Arrival and Welcome Tea/ Registration All 09:00 – 09:05 Opening and welcoming remarks. FPB Shared Services Executive Laurie Less 09: 05– 09:15 Purpose of...
