Access to spectrum is a ‘lifeline’, says Cell C CFO
The mobile operator plans to apply for high-demand spectrum and wants to see the application process happen as quickly as possible, says CFO Zafar Mahomed.
Malema casts doubt on Ramaphosa’s spectrum auction plans
The Economic Freedom Fighters bemoans the lack of progress in allocating spectrum, warning that if corruption influences the process, data costs will remain high.
MTN, Telkom accused of bullying over spectrum litigation
For the first time, big telcos look like they are on the back foot and because they have the resources to challenge the process, they are doing so, say analysts.
Spectrum allocation now critical, analysts warn ICASA
Telecoms experts say the sustainability of price reductions will depend on the market structure the regulatory authorities create with spectrum allocations.
WOAN will change status quo in telecoms industry, says minister
Communications and digital technologies minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams believes the wholesale open access network will address past imbalances in the sector.
Vodacom, MTN want lower spectrum prices to cover rural areas
With the promise of permanent spectrum by the end of the year, the operators say lower spectrum prices would incentivise greater coverage of rural areas.