SABC employee fights FlySafair staff on air
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has released a media statement condemning the conduct of one of its staff members following an incident aboard a South African airline.
This comes after audio-visual material of the altercation began circulating on social media, drawing widespread attention and criticism.
The video in question reportedly shows the individual, who was allegedly intoxicated, engaging in a heated exchange with a flight attendant over the refusal to serve her alcohol.
The altercation escalated to the point where the South African Police Service had to escort her off the plane upon landing.
In its statement, the SABC expressed regret over the incident and reaffirmed its commitment to the values of respect and integrity, which all staff members are expected to uphold. The broadcaster also addressed claims made by the staff member in the video, where she mentioned the SABC and suggested that the incident would be broadcast on SABC News.
The corporation clarified that all editorial decisions at SABC News are guided by its Editorial Code and made independently within the newsroom, without influence from non-editorial staff.
The SABC further stated that it would engage the staff member through the appropriate internal channels and procedures to address the matter.
While the broadcaster did not provide specific details about the disciplinary actions it might take, the incident has highlighted the importance of maintaining professionalism both within and outside the workplace.
This incident has sparked significant public discourse, with many calling for stricter accountability measures for public figures and employees representing reputable organizations.
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