Articles about ICASA

Starlink reaffirms commitment to SA amid licence impasse

If ICASA were to allow companies to utilise EEIPs, as envisioned by the B-BBEE Act, Starlink would immediately apply for its necessary licences in SA, says the firm.

ITWeb TV: Everyone must play by the same rules, says SACF

SA’s telecoms policy and regulatory framework must be in step with current realities, and the rules must be equal for everyone, says the South African Communications Forum.

Malatsi finalises appointment of new ICASA councillors

Minister Solly Malatsi formally appoints four new members of the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa Council.

ICASA investigates alleged unlawful use of Starlink in SA

The regulator institutes a formal investigation to ascertain the veracity of claims that Starlink may be unlawfully offering its services in SA.

Proposed ICT policy directive tests SA’s transformation laws

Minister Solly Malatsi briefs Parliament’s portfolio committee on the equity equivalent investment policy directive for the ICT sector, amid concerns of flouting transformation laws.

Malatsi proposes alternative path to bring Starlink to SA

Communications minister Solly Malatsi gazettes a draft policy direction that potentially clears the way for tech billionaire Elon Musk’s Starlink to operate locally.

Minister directs ICASA to probe SA’s I-ECNS licence market

Comms minister Solly Malatsi drafts the policy direction on the review of the licensing of Individual Electronic Communications Network licences.

Responsible contact centres in the age of regulation: What SA’s new no-call list means for contact centres

The DTIC, with the National Consumer Commission, plans to launch a unified National Opt-Out Registry to reduce unsolicited direct marketing.

Elon Musk takes aim at SA ahead of president's US visit

The South African-born billionaire says government will not grant Starlink a licence because he is not black.

ICASA council appointments await final administrative step

Communications minister Solly Malatsi welcomes the adoption of the report recommending four appointments to the ICASA council.

Top ICT tenders: Broadband Infraco prepares for I-ECS licence transfer

The company will acquire the licence from a private seller; however, the transfer will be subject to regulatory approval.

Sourceworx ramps up credibility with a raft of new certifications and accreditations

Among its recent accomplishments, Sourceworx has obtained the International Organisation for Standardisation 9001 certification and the ISO 27001 certification.