Discussion Paper on the Framework for Dynamic and Opportunistic Spectrum Management 2015

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa has published the Discussion Paper on the Framework for Dynamic and Opportunistic Spectrum Management 2015 for public comment. "This discussion paper argues that it is in the best interests of South Africa’s digital future and in accordance with the strategic objectives of the National Development Plan (NDP) and SA Connect to increase broadband access and usage, and that a regulatory framework designed for dynamic spectrum assignment for TVWS and other spectrum bands advances this interest. The consultation process invites comment on this regulatory perspective and, in particular, on the specific approaches, requirements, challenges and concerns that would have to be addressed in introducing such spectrum regulatory reform."

"This discussion paper proposes a regulatory framework for dynamic spectrum assignment (DSA)1 in order to enable the emergence of new technologies and techniques that promote more intensive and efficient use of radio frequency spectrum. The proposal broadly reflects recommendations made in the digital readiness pillar of the National Broadband Policy, SA Connect2."