SECTOR 3 Broadcasting regulation is transparent and independent; the state broadcaster is transformed into a truly public broadcaster. 3.1 Broadcasting legislation has been passed and is implemented that provides for a conducive environment for public, commercial and community broadcasting. Broadcasting in South Africa is governed by the Electronic Communications Act of 2006 and the Broadcasting Act of 1999. As legislation on paper, they are world class in terms of international best practice and they set out the three tiers of broadcasting: public, commercial and community, and emphasise the importance of content and ownership diversity. However, this legislation is not well implemented, especially in terms of commercial broadcasters, as there is little diversity in this sector. Alongside the three public/ state television stations provided by the SABC, e.tv remains the only commercial free-to-air television station. The satellite subscription service provided by DStv monopolised this sector until 2010, when TopTV entered this market with a cheaper bouquet offering. Scores: Individual scores: 1 Country does not meet indicator 2 Country meets only a few aspects of indicator 3 Country meets some aspects of indicator 4 Country meets most aspects of indicator 5 Country meets all aspects of the indicator Average score: 48 AFRICAN MEDIA BAROMETER SOUTH AFRICA 2013 3.3 (2010: 3.3; 2008: 5.0; 2006: 4.6)