This follows the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA's) analysis of its questionnaire, released on 6 October 2010 to all licensees, which requested relevant information so that the authority can, amongst others:
The discussion document sets out the authority's initial views on the market definition, operator(s) that may have significant market power (SMP) in these markets and possible pro-competitive measures that might be applied in these markets where competition may be found to be ineffective. As a discussion document, it does not reflect the authority's final views.
Its purpose is to seek information from interested stakeholders on a number of aspects of the wholesale broadcasting transmission market in South Africa. In particular, it is interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of the current structure and the level of competition in the market.
For more information, contact Lufuno Sigwavhulimu on tel +27(0)11 566 3683 or email az.gro.asaci@umiluhvawgisl.