The Independent Communications Authority of SA expands its regulatory approach, as satellite connectivity, cloud computing and AI reshape the digital infrastructure landscape.
A gambling law expert warns that using ICASA to restrict lawful betting could trigger a constitutional challenge.
Sixteen years after it was first mooted, the opt-out registry will be enforced from April 2027, with hefty fines for marketers that ignore it.
Rolling back the reservation for a wireless open access network model brought an end to a prolonged policy impasse, but raises questions about what replaces the original objectives.
Minister Solly Malatsi formally removes the policy obstacle for licensing a wireless open access network, giving ICASA room to determine how this spectrum should be assigned.
ICASA aims to ensure its regulations are evidence-based, says chairperson Mothibi Ramusi, as it further probes cost to communicate.
The telco uses AI to catch revenue leakage from data tunnelling and to understand how customers actually use its network.
With almost a quarter of South Africans watching pirated content, MultiChoice steps up its anti-piracy fight.
The regulator takes a fight, over whether it can accept a community radio station’s late licence renewal, to the Constitutional Court.
Minister Solly Malatsi says ICASA alone decides who gets a communications licence, even as he sees satellites as key to SA’s digital future.
The U6 GHz allocation gives South Africa a clear path to next-generation connectivity, unlocking faster speeds and economic opportunity.
The notices published in the Government Gazette reset or propose to reset the rules for mobile, satellite and innovative shared-access spectrum use.
ICASA readies new satellite framework amid Starlink hold-up
In this week's tech news roundup, The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) will pronounce its licensing framework for satellite-based internet services in 2025. Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #icasa #starlink News Links: https://www.itweb.co.za/article/analogue-switch-off-deadline-shifts-again/nWJad7bNL9Q7bjO1 https://www.itweb.co.za/article/icasa-readies-new-satellite-framework-amid-starlink-hold-up/LPp6V7rBGwR7DKQz https://www.itweb.co.za/article/dcdt-probes-lead-to-criminal-litigation-referrals/mYZRX79glYQqOgA8 https://www.itweb.co.za/article/liquid-spends-r1bn-on-fibre-network-expansion-across-sa/Pero37Z3dj6MQb6m https://www.itweb.co.za/article/naspers-ups-consolidated-e-commerce-profitability/RgeVDvPRDLkMKJN3
ITWeb TV: State of SA's ICT policy making | Episode #78
Local ICT policy makers get it right when it comes to collaboration and engagement but need to move much quicker from policy to execution, says Cisco Africa's Charmaine Houvet. #ict #policy #cisco
SA Post Office in dire straits as ‘day zero’ looms
In this week's tech news roundup, More funding to the tune of R3.8 billion, mutually-beneficial partnerships, as well as providing digital and e-commerce solutions, have been touted as ways to improve the fortunes of the South African Post Office (SAPO). Stay informed and engaged with our comprehensive coverage of these stories and more on our website, www.itweb.co.za and social media platforms. Discover the latest advancements shaping the future of technology by ITWeb. #newsvideo #Postoffice #mtn News Links: https://www.itweb.co.za/article/blue-labels-short-term-pain-long-term-gain-for-cell-c/GxwQDM1Dldp7lPVo https://www.itweb.co.za/article/former-mtn-ceo-sifiso-dabengwa-dies/nWJad7bNdBw7bjO1 https://www.itweb.co.za/article/sas-fibre-skills-gap-worsens-amid-us-broadband-project/GxwQDq1DllyMlPVo https://www.itweb.co.za/article/sa-post-office-in-dire-straits-as-day-zero-looms/lLn14MmQl2EMJ6Aa https://www.itweb.co.za/article/itweb-tv-why-starlink-isnt-available-in-sa-yet/rW1xLv5nYjP7Rk6m