He also warned that South Africa’s film industry faces serious challenges. DA Questions NFVF Council AppointmentsSmith argued that government must act faster to protect South Africa’s position. However, the DA’s biggest concern involves the current NFVF Council. Party Takes Appointment Concerns to Public ProtectorSmith said the DA has already approached the Public Protector over alleged cadre deployment. “I cannot sit idly by while a Council tasked with developing, funding, and promoting the South African film and television industry is hijacked,” Smith said.