ICASA announces a channel through which applications for the pre-registrations for community sound broadcasting services will be received

ICASA is extending the closing date for submissions in respect of the review of the Must Carry Regulations

The Authority hereby issues the invitation to apply for pre-registration in respect of applications for Class Community Sound Broadcasting Service Licences and applications for Radio Frequency Spectrum for purposes of providing community broadcasting services.

ICASA will, within seven (7) working days, publish an invitation for prospective applicants to complete a pre-registration notice which is a prequalifying stage for the registration of a class broadcasting service licence. The notice will include a list of available frequencies in each district and local municipality as per the Terrestrial Broadcasting Frequency Plan 2013.

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa has noted the recent media reports and statement issued by the National Community Radio Forum (NCRF) stating that the Authority has closed down 43 community radio stations; and that this is an onslaught against the community radio sector. ICASA is therefore providing a clear context relating to the alleged closure including the actual number of the said community radio stations.

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has extended the submission date for written comments on the Draft Findings Document in respect of the Inquiry into Subscription Television Broadcasting Services. The submission date has been moved from 27 August 2019 to 04 October 2019.