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'They’re dragging their feet’ - Diko slams government inaction on podcast laws

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As podcasts explode in popularity and controversy grows, SA still has no laws to hold them accountable. In this candid interview, communications portfolio committee chairperson Khusela Diko warns of a growing crisis in an unregulated space and calls out government for dragging its feet.
29 Apr 2025 English South Africa News

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