Mobile network operators welcome Icasa’s move on high-demand spectrum
Icasa has kicked off the 5G licensing process, as well as published detailed proposals on new 4G spectrum
04 November 2019 - 20:32
SA’s telecoms operators have welcomed the implementation of the next phase in the allocation of high-demand spectrum by the Independent Communication Authority of SA (Icasa) as a positive step to a future of lower data costs and capital expenditure, while also raising some concerns about the process.
On Friday, Icasa surprised the industry by kicking off the 5G licensing process, as well as publishing detailed proposals on how five bands of new 4G spectrum will be licensed...
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