Spectrum bonanza for new players
Radio band allocation policy will help small black firms compete with MTN, Vodacom
28 July 2019 - 00:30
Black-owned small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in the telecoms sector are set for a spectrum windfall.
The cabinet has approved a policy that guarantees them part of the high-demand radio frequency spectrum, to be licensed soon. How much of the spectrum will go to the new Wireless Open Access Network (Woan) and how much to existing companies will be determined by regulator Icasa. But the government will also compel big companies to buy capacity from Woan...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.