Articles about ICASA

MultiChoice engages ICASA on R30bn Canal+ takeover

The firm ensures the telecoms regulator is kept abreast of the progress of the multibillion-rand transaction.

Thirty years of SA ICT progress in review at 2024 Eastern Cape ICT Summit

The focus will be on ICT developments, trends and opportunities in the Eastern Cape.

SA’s download speeds, network quality outpace peers

South African smartphone users experience the best download speeds and consistent quality in Africa, says Opensignal.

MPs seek comment on shortlisted ICASA councillors

Written comments on the shortlisted candidates vying to be councillors at the telecoms and broadcasting regulator will be considered.

Regulatory executives expose digital tech woes

The fast-paced, ever-evolving digital environment poses challenges for South African regulators, with AI and security topping the difficulties list.

SA regulators band together to ‘reduce’ overlapping efforts

ICASA, the Information Regulator, the Film and Publication Board and ZADNA unite to establish a collective forum.

Top ICT tenders: ICASA seeks spectrum licensing assistance

The regulator’s call entails the process for licensing spectrum in the IMT750, IMT800, IMT1500, IMT2300, IMT3300 and IMT3500 bands.

Malatsi looks to untangle BEE red tape in ICT

The minister plans to issue new a policy direction to ICASA to lower regulatory hurdles that inhibit investment in the country.

Top ICT tenders: ICASA to update, amend National Radio Frequency Plan

The regulator’s call for assistance follows earlier requests for help with updating the IMT roadmap and Radio Frequency Migration Plan.

Regulators to hear Canal+’s R30bn offer for MultiChoice

The firms make a joint merger control filing for the Canal+ offer to the Competition Commission, as required by the Competition Act.

Debate intensifies over OTT contributions to telcos' network costs

The OTT service model is dependent on the availability of reliable network infrastructure, says CEO of ACTforSA.

Ramaphosa engages tech billionaire Elon Musk in US

The meeting comes as South Africa eagerly awaits the launch of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service in the country.