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Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005)

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Radiocommunication Frequency Migration Plan 2019

Part 1 : Frequency Migration Regulations Overview

6. Preparation of a Radio Frequency Spectrum Assignment Plan

 

(1) A change in the use of a radio frequency band(s) must be initiated through a Radio Frequency Spectrum Assignment Plan for the radio frequency spectrum bands in the manner specified in the latest Radio Frequency Spectrum Regulations in force.

 

(2) With respect to the radio frequency migration process, a Radio Frequency Assignment Plan may include:
(a) The process for migrating existing users and usages from their existing spectrum location, specifying the bands to which the users and uses will be migrated; including in-band migration where applicable.
(b) The time scale for the reallocation of the radio frequency band in question, specifying the date at which the users to be migrated should cease transmission.

 

(3) A Radio Frequency Spectrum Assignment Plan shall be subject to public consultation:
(a) The Authority shall publish the Radio Frequency Spectrum Assignment Plan in the Government Gazette, inviting interested persons to submit written representations as specified by the notice in the Gazette; and
(b) The Authority may, after any defined period for lodging comments by interested persons has passed, hold a public hearing in respect of the application.