Electronic Communications Act, 2005 (Act No. 36 of 2005)RegulationsDigital Sound Broadcasting Services Regulations, 20215. Multi-Channel Distribution of DSB Services |
| (1) | Multi-channel distribution services will be provided by an ECNS licensee as defined in the Act. |
| (2) | A Multi-channel distributor shall be required to have an ECNS licence and radio frequency (RF) Spectrum licence in-order to distribute and operate a MUX |
| (3) | The Authority shall issue an invitation to apply (ITA) for a RF spectrum licence to Applicants who hold an ECNS licence and intend to be a Multichannel distributor. |
| (4) | Existing sound Broadcasters, who self-provide their signal distribution services, will be required to apply for a RF spectrum licence in order for them to operate a MUX |
| (5) | The ECNS licensee shall be required to roll-out infrastructure and commence operation within two (2) years from issuance of a RF spectrum licence by the Authority. |