Articles about ICASA

Gaps in SA’s 5G usage despite rapid deployment

Despite rapid expansion of fifth-generation technology, South Africans exhibit limited time spent on 5G-enabled smartphones, at just 11.1% of their connected time.

No Starlink licence application in SA yet

The Starlink satellite company is still to formally apply for an operating licence locally, amid growing geographical expansion.

ICASA proposes satellite rule changes amid Starlink standoff

The regulator has proposed new satellite spectrum regulations as Starlink’s South African licensing battle continues, with the changes aimed at improving regulatory certainty.

ICASA approves Herotel licence transfer to Vumatel

The companies believe the merger will accelerate broadband rollout into historically underserved areas and help bridge the country’s digital divide.

Malatsi not backing down from EEIPs in telecoms fight

Minister Solly Malatsi commits to align telecoms licensing framework with the ICT Sector Code, planning to pursue legislative amendments to make EEIPs possible in telecoms.

Resilience now top priority for SA networks, says VO Connect

Resilience and continuity are overtaking expansion as defining priorities for network operators, infrastructure providers and service partners, says Justin Mackenzie, MD of VO Connect.

ICASA signals policy limitations for Starlink’s SA entry

Policy direction that would lower regulatory hurdles for telecoms licences would require changes to the law, says ICASA.

‘MVNO in a box’ approach won’t work, says local enabler MVNE

Barriers to entry have dropped, leading to increased interest in new mobile virtual network operators, but success is not as simple as it sounds, according to MVNE.

Malatsi still awaiting ICASA feedback on EEIPs

The regulator is still considering the role of equity equivalent investment programmes in the issuing of telecoms licences, reveals minister Solly Malatsi.

Calls for tech regulators to keep pace with rapid tech changes

Industry players interrogate what’s next for regulation in SA’s ICT sector, with the capacity of the sector regulators and competition authorities called into question.

Fixed wireless surges as SA broadband market resets

Fixed wireless access gains traction alongside fibre, driven by rising data use and demand for faster network rollout, says Opensignal.

Recognising IT excellence: New award nominations open

The ICITP/ Chartered CIO IT Industry Recognition Awards are now open for nominations from the ICT community.