Johannesburg, South Africa – Monday, 30 September 2024 – The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) announces that Ms. Thobela Mayinje was placed on administrative leave effective Tuesday, 30 July 2024, pending an investigation for numerous allegations. Ms. Mayinje had been acting in the role of Chief Executive Officer (ACEO) since 1 April 2023.
Since then, DSAC has seconded officials to lead the entity. Currently, Mr. Lebogang Mogoera, a Chief Director from the DSAC is acting as the Chief Executive Officer of the NFVF. In line with directives from the DSAC, the NFVF has advertised the position for a permanent CEO. This initiative reflects our commitment to a transparent and inclusive recruitment processes aimed at attracting the most qualified and visionary leader for the organisation.
Following the dissolution of the NFVF Council, DSAC has started with a process to establish an interim Accounting Authority while legislative process of constituting a fully constituted Council is underway.
The interim measure will ensure that processes of the entity are not disrupted and the industry needs are met.
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For further information or media inquiries, please contact:
NFVF Representative:
Lerato Mokopanele
Marketing and Communications Manager
National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF)
leratom@nfvf.co.za
0813663880
Carver Media Representative:
Praneetha Aniruth
Head: Media & PR
Carver Media
praneetha@carvermedia.co.za
082 969 8224
About NFVF
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture that was created to ensure the equitable growth of South Africa’s film and video industry. The NFVF does this by providing funding for the development, production, marketing and distribution of films and the training and development of filmmakers. In addition, the NFVF commissions research and produces industry statistics that provide both stakeholders with valuable insights into the South African film industry.
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