Convergence Bill 2005


What is convergence in ICT


Current approach to licensing

- PSTS - Free to air TV

- VANS - Free to air radio

- Mobile - Signal distribution


Main objective


Background


Why Convergence Bill


Outline of the Bill


Chapter 1

Introductory Provisions

The primary objective of the Bill is the promotion of convergence in the sector , encouragement of innovation and promotion of competition . It is informed by the objects of other-related Acts


Chapter 2

Policy and regulations


Chapter 3

Types of licences

Chapter 4


Chapter 5

The chapter has been transferred from Telecommunication Act with minor amendments)


Chapter 6


Chapter 7 &Chapter 8


Chapter 9


Chapter 10


Chapter 11


Chapter 12


Chapter 13

Transitional provisions for existing licences

Existing licences and regulations issued in terms of Telecomms Act , Broadcasting , IBA, to continue to exist and valid

Existing licences will be migrated into new categories within 12 months

Terms and conditions must not be less favorable


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