Diko calls for withdrawal of Malatsi policy directives to ICASA

Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies chairperson Khusela Diko Parliament’s Portfolio Committee Chairperson on Communications and Digital Technologies, Khusela Diko has called for the immediate withdrawal of policy directives issued by Minister Solly Malatsi to the telecoms regulator, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA). WATCH | Khusela Diko, Chairperson of the Portfolio…

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East London taxi operators boost festive road safety

Passengers’ luggage seen outside a taxi Taxi operators in East London, in the Eastern Cape, have committed to be extra vigilant in order to prevent road carnages, this festive season. Traffic volumes are expected to increase this week going forward as holidaymakers travel to various towns. The Eastern Cape sees a significant December influx of…

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SAFA clears Hugo Broos of UDM misconduct claims

The UDM wants the SAHRC to probe Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos’ comments toward an Orlando Pirates player and his management The South African Football Association (SAFA) has cleared Bafana Bafana head coach, Hugo Broos, of allegations of racism and sexism. Media Statement: South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is assessing hate speech complaints…

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Communications Minister refutes ANC claims of legislation amendments

Communications and Digital Technology Minister, Solly Malatsi Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi has sought to clarify that the Electronic Communications Act and the ICASA Act give him the authority to issue directives that align with national law. Malatsi was responding to concerns raised by the African National Congress regarding a Gazette published…

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ANC raises concern over Malatsi’s communications’ amendments

Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi. The African National Congress has expressed concern about amendments by Communications Minister Solly Malatsi. The amendments gazetted on Friday relate to communication imperatives about relevant legislation in departments and entities under the department. The African National Congress (ANC) is deeply concerned by the Government Gazette issued on…

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