by Thinus Ferreira
South Africa's Film and Publication Board (FPB) has suspended its CEO Dr Mashilo Boloka who has been replaced by Makhosazana Lindhorst for the time being.
Dr Mashilo Boloka was acting FPB CEO for a period until he was appointed full-time in the position in December 2022.
The FPB in response to a media query from TVwithThinus confirmed his suspension.
"FPB CEO Dr Mashilo Boloka has been placed on precautionary suspension with effect from 7 August 2024 until further notice."
"The matter of the precautionary suspension of the FPB CEO is currently being handled by the FPB council in terms of its policies and procedures. In this regard the FPB council is unable to comment on any questions raised on this matter as it may jeopardise the process and impact on the rights of affected employees."
"The FPB council is giving this matter urgent attention and will communicate with its stakeholders including the media as soon as the process is concluded. We urge your understanding and patience in allowing due process to take its course."