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South Africa: Closed consultation on Electronic Communications Amendment Bill 2022 including licensing requirements

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Closed consultation on Electronic Communications Amendment Bill 2022 including licensing requirements

On 31 August 2023, the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies closed the public consultation on the Electronic Communications Amendment Bill 2022 including licensing requirements. The bill introduces a new licensing framework for electronic communications facilities service (ECFS) providers, including tower companies.

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Scope

Policy Area
Authorisation, registration and licensing
Policy Instrument
Operational license requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government

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2023-06-23
in consultation

On 23 June 2023, the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) opened a public c…

2023-08-31
processing consultation

On 31 August 2023, the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies closed the public cons…

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