The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) announced the reopening of applications for community sound broadcasting services in December 2024. 

This includes Community Sound Broadcasting Service licences and associated Radio Frequency Spectrum licences. Following the previous successful licensing round in 2022/2023, where five applicants were awarded licences, ICASA will initiate the new process with an Invitation to Pre-Register. To guide prospective applicants, ICASA will conduct a virtual workshop on 18 July 2024, aiming to clarify application requirements. 

The Chairperson of ICASA’s Licensing of Community Radio Broadcasters Council Committee encourages communities to participate, emphasizing the importance of understanding the Community Broadcasting Services Regulations beforehand.

For more information kindly click here: Official Announcement