ITWeb TV: Parly ICT chair on Starlink’s entry into SA | Episode #111
In this episode of ITWeb TV, Khusela Sangoni-Diko, chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies, talks about Starlink’s entry into SA. She also unpacks the timing of EEIP policy directives, stresses the importance of regulatory compliance, and reflects on challenges facing state-owned enterprises. #Starlink #Connectivity #EEIPs
The State IT Agency witnesses a steep increase in diesel replenishment expenses, jumping from R8.9 million in 2022, to R60.8 million so far this year.
The bank suspends ATM services for grant beneficiaries using the Postbank-issued gold cards in December, amid escalating cyber fraud incidents on its system.
Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni reveals the merging of regulatory entities ICASA and the Film and Publication Board will no longer proceed.
Gauteng and Northern Cape lead installations of government-sponsored set-top boxes, reveals the comms minister.
The National Assembly approves seven candidates recommended for consideration to serve on ICASA’s council.
Khumbudzo Ntshavheni would like National Treasury to use some of the funds to support her department’s programmes.
Parliament’s portfolio committee chairperson lauds the economic prospects of the spectrum auction, as ICASA readies to finally unleash new spectrum.
Critical consultations on the potential acquisition of Sentech by Broadband Infraco are under way, says the comms ministry, as it looks to accelerate the merger.
The Portfolio Committee on Communications invites nominations for suitably qualified candidates to join the Independent Communications Authority of SA council.
The Democratic Alliance confirms the passing of MP and communications portfolio member Cameron Mackenzie, following a battle with COVID-19.
The communications ministry’s acting DG reveals that just over 600 000 set-top box installations have been done as part of the digital migration.
The Universal Service and Access Agency of South Africa will be converted into the Digital Development Fund by the end of March 2023, the comms ministry tells Parliament.