Articles about ACT

Smartphone ‘luxury tax’ cut is good starting point

Industry insiders applaud government’s move to make entry-level smartphones accessible to a broader segment of the population, but say further action is needed.

ACT amplifies calls to bring OTTs within regulatory regime

Regulators must enable a level playing field for OTT service providers and network operators, says the telecoms industry body.

Telco industry body calls for industry-driven 2G, 3G sunsetting

The Association of Comms and Technology advocates for less stringent government deadlines, as the state eyes December 2027 as shutdown for 2G and 3G.

SA's 'outdated' Electronic Comms Act stifles fair competition

The Act is dated and does not address the current environment, such as the evolving market that now includes OTT players, says a telco industry body.

South Africa celebrates 30 years of ICT wins

SA’s ICT industry pats itself on the back for advancing communication services and economic growth over the last 30 years, but burning issues remain.

ITWeb TV: What’s next for SA’s telecoms?

While mobile operators are not scaling down their 5G plans, the speed of rollout has slowed, says ACT CEO Nomvuyiso Batyi.

CSIR partners with telecoms body on cyber security

The CSIR and Association of Comms and Tech sign a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cyber security in telecoms.

SIM proliferation slammed as ‘reckless business practice’

ICASA acknowledges the problematic proliferation of SIM cards is a troubling issue, as related fraud and questions about the might of the RICA Act mount.

Cape Town invites business to use fibre network

Local government urges the private sector to utilise the City of Cape Town's broadband network.

PC price hike on the cards

The rand has devalued sharply against the dollar in recent weeks and the channel cannot absorb all the pressure.

ACT looks to SAS Analytics

The non-profit organisation provides assessment, research, information and programme management solutions in education and workforce development.

ACT chief steps down

MD Anton Herbst resigns to pursue social entrepreneurship.