14 Mar EFF’s Ndlozi says advertising industry must be fined R50bn for racism

The EFF’s Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi says the advertising industry must be fined R50 billion for racist adverts and ad-spend. Ndlozi says 50% of the fine should be given to the SABC. The inquiry, by the South African Human Rights Commission, is hearing testimony about racism and discrimination in the advertising industry. The EFF’s Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi says the advertising industry must be fined R50 billion for perpetuating racism. Ndlozi, speaking at the South African Human Rights Commission’s inquiry into racial discrimination or discrimination in advertising, on Monday, accused the industry of being racist. “A finding must be made that all these brands redirect their ad-spend on [sic] black media owners because the patterns at the moment are irrational, idiotic and racist. “For having practised racism, the advertising industry since the advent of democracy, they must be forced to pay compensation as a sign of remorse. It must be directed […]