Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005)ICASARadiocommunication Frequency Migration Plan 2019Part 1 : Frequency Migration Regulations Overview6. 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. |