The production company Danie Odendaal says the soapie 7de Laan will resume production as there are now sufficient funds to operate.
‘7DE LAAN’ CONTINUES
TshisaLIVE reports that Danie Odendaal Productions revealed in a statement that 7de Laan production is set to resume on Thursday, 7 September.
“After further engagement with the SABC regarding outstanding payments, Danie Odendaal Productions is pleased to announce that although the full amount owed has not yet been settled, there are now sufficient funds to resume production.”
“We confirm that production will recommence on Thursday, September 7,” said the production company in a statement.
The company adds that the cast and crew are committed to delivering the high-quality content their fans and viewers deserve.IOL reports that Danie Odendaal Productions suspended all normal 7de Laan operations with immediate effect this week due to insufficient funds.
The publication adds that the SABC had been struggling to make the necessary payment to the production timeously, which made it difficult to maintain the daily production requirements.
The cast and crew were informed in a letter that they were not required to be at the production studios until further notice.
“Please also be reminded that the principle of no work no pay applies as per the contractual terms and conditions.”