(1) (a) When was the vacancy as head of the SA Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) news department advertised, (b) in which media were the advertisements place, (c) how many (i) applications were received and (ii) candidates were shortlisted, (d) who comprised the interviewing committee and (e) when (i) did the subcommittee table their recommendations to the board and (ii) was the contract signed; (2) whether the interviewing committee had a mandate to appoint the successful candidate; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details; (3) (a) what is the current status of this appointment and (b) who is accountable for making the appointment?