Media personality Pearl Modiadie has slammed her former employer the SABC with a R3.5 sexual harassment suit for failing to take action when she reported her former station manager Anthony Soglo for sexually harassing her.
According to reports, while Pearl Modiadie was employed by the station, she had lodged complaints against the Soglo but the station failed to act on them.
The station confirmed receiving notice of the law suit while adding that it intends to defend itself against the suit the former employer filed.
The suit has led to interesting conversations on social on the prevalence of sexual harassment in the industry. Some Twitter users wondered why she only sued the company after her contract with the station expired and wasn’t renewed.
There were those who urged her on, however, insisting she should teach the former station manager a lesson.
Pearl Modiadie is but one of several women who have complained ox sexual harassment in the industry. It remains to be seen what the outcome of her suit will be. You may want to stay tuned for updates.
Well, what do you think of Pearl Modiadie’s suit again the SABC? You’re welcome to join the conversation by dropping your thoughts in the comment section below.
