Millions of South Africans have decided they won’t be paying their TV licence. In 2025, the broadcaster increased revenue from licence fees by 10.41% and overall revenue by 1.34%. Therefore, whether it’s coming from licence fees or the National Treasury, taxpayers continue to fund the SABC. Item Revenue Licence Fees R758 million Advertising Revenue R2.78 billion Sponsorship Revenue R758 million Other Revenue R853 millionWhat happens when you don’t pay your TV licenceAs South Africans explore their broadcasting options, they reduce reliance on the SABC. However, paying the TV licence is still mandatory, unless it’s cancelled.