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36 of 2005
The Electronic Communications Act 36 of 2005 intends:
- to promote convergence in the broadcasting, broadcasting signal distribution and telecommunications sectors and to provide the legal framework for convergence of these sectors;
- to make new provision for the regulation of electronic communications services, electronic communications network services and broadcasting services;
- to provide for the granting of new licences and new social obligations;
- to provide for the control of the radio frequency spectrum;
- to provide for the continued existence of the Universal Service Agency and the Universal Service Fund; and
- to provide for matters incidental thereto.
Amends
- Broadcasting Act 4 of 1999
- Sentech Act 63 of 1996
- Regulation of Interception of Communication and Provision of Communication-related Information Act 70 of 2002
Commencement
19 July 2006 (Gazette 29044 of 18 July 2006)
