I have been advised by the Department as follows:-
(1)(a) To advise the Department on the amount of spectrum required to ensure that the Wireless Open Access Network is viable.
(1)(b) R 1 197 022, 80 (VAT Inclusive)
(1)(c) End of August 2017
(2)(a)&(b) No. This is an internal study to inform the implementation of the policy. The Minister is required by law to engage stakeholders and the general public on policy and policy directions. The study will inform the future policy direction, and I will consult stakeholders as it becomes necessary.
Approved/Not Approved
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Dr Siyabonga Cwele, MP
Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services
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