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ICASA backs spectrum auction as ‘international best practice’

The regulator maintains an auction is the most competitive and transparent mechanism to license high-demand spectrum.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

ICT SMME Chamber

30 Nov

WOAN is still alive, says ICASA chairperson

The telecoms regulator commits to licensing spectrum for the wholesale open access network, amid concerns from industry bodies.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

23 Nov

ICASA’s change of direction on WOAN baffles Right2Know

The advocacy group fears the wholesale open-access network policy has been affected by factional conflict within the ruling party.

19 Nov

ICASA revises ‘tactical approach’ to WOAN process

The telecoms regulator temporarily suspends the timetable relating to the licensing of the wholesale open access network.

Spectrum auction

Oct 1, 2021

ICASA eyes March 2022 for expedited spectrum licensing

The telecoms regulator sets a March 2022 deadline for the licensing of high-demand spectrum and the wholesale open access network.

South African Communications Forum

Sep 22, 2021

SA can’t afford further spectrum delays, says industry body

The South African Communications Forum urges ICASA to follow robust consultative processes, as it prepares for the next spectrum licensing process.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Department of Communications and Digital Technologies

Sep 8, 2021

'Fresh start' after ICASA concession, comms minister undaunted

Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni will continue engagements with the telcos in search of an amicable solution for much-needed spectrum allocation.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Spectrum auction

Sep 7, 2021

ICASA fails to reach out of court settlement with spectrum litigants

Despite the parties’ best efforts, a comprehensive settlement has not been achieved at this stage, says the telecoms regulator.

Free Market Foundation

May 20, 2021

Free Market Foundation wants temporary spectrum to stay

Withdrawing temporary spectrum would violate ICASA’s constitutional obligations and may lead to protracted litigation, warns the Free Market Foundation.

Sibahle Malinga

Spectrum allocation

Apr 14, 2021

Spectrum policy flaws ‘will alienate millions of South Africans’

The spectrum policy is impaired by fundamental failures, which will rob millions of South Africans of crucial digital services, says the Free Market Foundation.

Sibahle Malinga

Mar 8, 2021

Telkom welcomes court interdict against ICASA over spectrum auction

The company says the decision affirms its view that there are concerns regarding the lawfulness of the ICASA process.

Samuel Mungadze

Feb 22, 2021

Local 5G subscribers to top 11m in four years

Although 5G is in its infancy in SA, it could see 11 million subscribers and 43% population coverage in the next four years, says Africa Analysis.

Samuel Mungadze

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