Articles about Solly Malatsi

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.

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.

SA music streams generate over R500m on Spotify

Royalties earned by local artists on Spotify outpace the broader SA recorded music market’s 18% growth in streaming revenue.

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.

Malatsi touts LEOs for SA’s digital future

Low-Earth orbit satellites are key to delivering meaningful connectivity, says minister Solly Malatsi, amid the Starlink impasse in SA.

Malatsi appoints AI advisory panel

The communications ministry appoints an independent expert review panel in preparation of South Africa’s artificial intelligence policy.

SITA appoints long-awaited board

The embattled State IT Technology now has full a complement of new leadership, as new board members take up their posts.

FPB CEO quits three months after assuming post

Communications minister Solly Malatsi confirms the resignation of advocate Norman Gidi as Film and Publication Board CEO.

Two officials suspended over botched draft AI policy

The communications department places two officials on precautionary suspension, pending the ongoing investigation into the Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy.

Malatsi asks to appear before Parliament

Communications minister Solly Malatsi looks to account before Parliament’s portfolio committee about the now-withdrawn draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy.

ANC wants Malatsi dragged to Parly over botched draft AI policy

The ANC wants communications minister Solly Malatsi to account to the portfolio committee on what led to the release of a draft AI policy with fabricated references.

Calls for inclusive digital future for young women

Speaking at the Girls in ICT Day, minister Solly Malatsi emphasised the critical need for inclusive growth within the ICT sector.