South African Broadcasting Corporation Soc Limited v Massstores (Pty) Ltd (914/2015) [2016] ZASCA 174

25th November 2016

South African Broadcasting Corporation Soc Limited v Massstores (Pty) Ltd (914/2015) [2016] ZASCA 174

Meaning of ‘sell’ in s 27(4) of the Broadcasting Act 4 of 1999 – whether mere agreement of sale or sale completed by delivery contemplated – dealer selling television sets to customer where goods stored at customer’s premises and delivery not made – sale not concluded pending customer obtaining requisite television licence – no breach of s 27(4) – customer not liable for penalties – application for special leave to appeal refused.