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6588

N$10.80

GOVERNMENT GAZETTE

OF THE

REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA

WINDHOEK - 8 May 2018

CONTENTS

No. 6588

Page

GENERALNOTICESGENERALNOTICES
No. 172Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia: Notice in terms of the Regulations Regarding Licensing Procedures for Telecommunications and Broadcasting Service Licences and Spectrum Use Licences .................................................................................................................................................2
No. 173Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia: Notice in terms of the Regulation 19(1) of the Regulations Regarding Licensing Procedures for Telecommunications and Broadcasting Service Licences and Spectrum Use Licences ....................................................................................................4
No. 174Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia: Notice of withdrawal of tariff submission in terms of the regulations regarding the submission of interconnection agreement and tariffs .........................6
No. 175Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia: Notice of withdrawal of Regulations regarding the submission of interconnection agreements and tariffs ...........................................................................10
No. 176Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia: Notice in terms of section 53 (7) of the Com- munications Act, 2009. Read the Regulations regarding the submissions of interconnection agreement and tariffs ...............................................................................................................................................16
No. 177Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia: Statement of interpretation of the definition of telecommunications equipment as per the Regulations in the respect of the type approval and technical standard for telecommunications equipment: Communications Act, 2009 ...........................................17

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No. 172

2018

NOTICE IN TERMS OF THE REGULATIONS REGARDING LICENSING PROCEDURES FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND BROADCASTING SERVICE LICENCES AND SPECTRUM USE LICENCES

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia, in terms of regulations 11(1) of the Regulations Regarding Licensing Procedures for Telecommunications and Broadcasting Service Licences and Spectrum Use Licences, as published in Government Gazette No. 4785, General Notice No. 272, dated 29 August 2011 (as amended), hereby gives notice that the Applicants referred to in the tables below have submitted the following applications to the Authority:

(a) Application for Withdrawal of a Commercial Broadcasting Service Licence

Applicant;Licence being withdrawn;Concise Statement of the reasons for proposed with- drawal;Date on which licensee intends to permanently discontinue providing services;Proof of Payment of Licence Application Fees Submit- ted?
Downlink Namibia (Pty) LtdCommercial Broadcasting Service LicenceThe company has been dor- mant since its inception and the license has never been utilized.13 February 2018Yes

General Notices

COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

(b) Application for Spectrum Use Licence

Service to be provided using frequency applied forFIXED Satellite Services
License Fees OutstandingNo
Description of geographic coverage areasRepublic of Na- mibia or any part thereof
List of radio frequencies or groups of radio frequencies being considered for assignment by the AuthorityBandwidth (4.2 MHz) Uplink (Center) 6309.1 MHz Bandwidth (4.2 MHz)
List of radio frequencies or groups of radio frequencies ap- plied for3800-4200 MHz Uplink 5875-7075 MHz
Type of service licensePrivate ECNS/ECS Network
Applicant's citizenship or place of incor- porationInternational Organisation
ApplicantNuclear Test Ban Treaty Organisa- tion

The public may submit comments in writing to the Authority within a period of fourteen (14) days from the date of publication of this notice in the Gazette.

The applicants may submit written reply comments within fourteen (14) days from date of notification of the written public comments.

All written submissions must contain the name and contact details of the person making the written submissions and the name and contact details of the person for whom the written submission is made, if different, and be clear and concise.

All written submissions must be made either physically or electronically -

  • (1) By hand to the head offices of the Authority at Communication House, 56 Robert Mugabe Avenue, Windhoek;
  • (2) By post to the head offices of the Authority, Private Bag 13309, Windhoek 9000;
  • (3) By electronic mail to legal@cran.na
  • (4) By facsimile to +264 61 222790; or
  • (5) By fax to e-mail to 088642748.

F. K. MBANDEKA CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

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COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

No. 173

2018

NOTICE IN TERMS OF REGULATION 19(1) OF THE REGULATIONS REGARDING LICENSING PROCEDURES FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND BROADCASTING SERVICE LICENCES AND SPECTRUM USE LICENCES

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia, in terms Regulation 19(1) of the 'Regulations Regarding Licensing Procedures for Telecommunications and Broadcasting Service Licences and Spectrum Use Licences', in Government Gazette No. 4785, Notice No. 272, dated 29 August 2011 (as amended), herewith gives notice of the following decisions:

  1. Application for Class Telecommunications Service Licence (Non-profit ECNS) by Pioneerspark Neighbourhood Watch

The Authority resolved to award a telecommunications Service Licence (Non-profit ECNS) to Pioneerspark Neighbourhood watch, for the installation and operation of surveillance and security network cameras within the suburb of Pioneerspark, Windhoek, Namibia.

2. Application for the Amendment of Spectrum Use Licence by 99 FM (Pty) Ltd

The Authority resolved to amend the Spectrum Use Licences awarded to 99 FM (Pty) Ltd, to reflect the following output powers:

a.Oshakati104.5 MHz500W;
b.Swakopmund99.8 MHz250W;
c. Otjiwarongo98.8 MHz100W;
d. Walvis Bay99.8 MHz250W; and
e. Tsumeb101.7 MHz20W.

3. Application for Spectrum Use Licence by Paratus Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd

The Authority resolved to award a Spectrum Use License to Paratus Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd for the provision of fixed satellite services as indicated below:

  • a. 13.7515 GHz (centre frequency)uplink (3 MHz bandwidth); and
  • b. 10.9965 GHz (centre frequency) downlink (3 MHz bandwidth).

4. Modification of Mobile Telecommunications Limited's Spectrum Use Licences

The Authority resolved to modify the Spectrum Use Licenses awarded to Mobile Telecommunications Limited, as indicated below:

  • a. 1710.200 -1725.200 MHz paired with 1805.200 -1820.200 MHz to be modified to 1710.000 -1725.000 MHz paired with1805.000 -1805.000 MHz; and
  • b. 1725.200 -1745.200 MHz paired with 1820.200 - 1840.200 MHz to be modified to 1725.000 - 1745.000 MHz paired with 1820.000 - 1840.000 MHz.

5. Application for a Class Comprehensive Telecommunications Service Licence (ECS & ECNS) by Oblixx Communications Networks CC

The Authority resolved to award a Class Comprehensive Telecommunications Service Licence (ECS & ECNS) to Oblixx Communications Networks CC, for the provision of electronic communications within the borders of the Republic of Namibia or any part thereof.

Further, the Authority resolved to decline the award of a spectrum use licence to Oblixx Communications CC, due to the fact that the frequencies applied for are spectrum use license exempt as set out in the Regulations regarding Licensing Exempt Spectrum as published in Government Gazette No. 4839, General Notice No. 395 dated 25 November 2011.

6. Application for a Commercial Broadcasting Service Licence by Econet Media Namibia (Pty) Ltd

The Authority resolved to award a Commercial Broadcasting Service Licence to Econet Media Namibia (Pty) Ltd, for the provision of subscription based television services in the Republic of Namibia.

The full reasons for the decision can be requested from the Authority. Further, in terms of section 31 of the Communications Act, 2009, the Authority may, on its own motion or on a petition filed by an aggrieved party to any proceedings, reconsider any order or decision that it has made, within 90 days from the date of making that decision or issuing that order.

F. KISHI CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD DIRECTORS COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

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No. 174

2018

NOTICE OF WITHDRAWAL OF TARIFF SUBMISSION IN TERMS OF THE REGULATIONS REGARDING THE SUBMISSIONS OF INTERCONNECTION AGREEMENTS AND TARIFFS

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia, in terms of Section 53(11) of the Communications Act, No. 8 of 2009, herewith gives notice that the following Licensees have withdrawn their tariffs as set out below:

  1. Paratus Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd has withdrawn its Uncapped Omajova tariff submission referred to in Schedule 1 below as published in the Government Gazette No. 6555, General Notice No. 105, dated 29 March 2018.
  2. MTN Business Solutions Namibia (Pty) Ltd has withdrawn its full tariff submission referred to in Schedule 2 below as published in the Government Gazette No. 6464, General Notice No. 463 dated 7 November 2017.

F. K. MBANDEKA

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

SCHEDULE 1

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED TARIFFS BY PARATUS TELECOMMUNICATIONS (PTY) LTD COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

OMAJOVA UNCAPPED

NameUploadDownloadUp ContentDown ContentCAPlimitReseller N$Retail N$
Omajova Silver256 kbps2048 kbps5:125:1Uncapped1,550.001,755.00

SCHEDULE 2

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED TARIFFS BY PARATUS TELECOMMUNICATIONS (PTY) LTD COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

Voice Tariffs

National VOIPcallsRetailWholesale / Re- seller rate
Peak/Off-peakPeak/Off-peak
National - Fixed/Mobile0.700.63
National - Mobile0.700.63
Intercompany/branch calling0.250.23

COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

DestinationPeakOff-PeakWholesale/Reseller Rate
MTN Botswana2.822.822.54
MTN South Africa1.081.080.97
MTN Uganda4.904.904.41
MTN Zambia5.716.865.14
Angola4.744.744.26
Germany1.491.491.34
Zimbabwe5.945.945.34
UK2.032.031.82
USA1.811.811.63
Kenya4.874.874.39
Portugal1.671.671.50
France1.781.781.60
Netherlands2.922.922.63
Switzerland8.268.267.43
Sweden2.322.322.08
Australia10.4610.469.41
Swaziland2.222.222.00
Spain1.851.851.67
Lesotho6.086.085.47
Malawi8.428.427.58
Mozambique3.153.892.84
Rest of World6.996.996.29
SME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdownSME ConnectPackage breakdown
SME ConnectSME ConnectSME [ConnectSME ConnectSME Connect
Download Speed2 mbps2mbps4mbps10mbps
Upload Speed1mbps1mbps2mbps5 mbps
Data CapacityUnlimitedUnlimite dUnlimitedUnlimite p
Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)
Wi-FiRouter
Web HostingX
Domain Registration&×X
Mail Hosting
Anti-Spam&Anti Virus
End-point Security
Mail Relay Users up to 2up to 2up to5up to 10
SharedFirewallX
Network Monitoring Tool
MTN BizAssist
Contract Term Options12 months24 months12 months12 months24 months12 months24 months12 months24 months
One-TimeSet- upCostNS 1.800NS 1,800NS 2,160NS 2,160NS2,160N$ 2,700NS 2,700
Monthly SubscriptionFeeNS599NS539666SNNS 1,899NS 1,709N$ 3,499NS 3,149

SME Connect Packages

SME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdownSME ConnectPackagebreakdown
SME ConnectSME ConnectSME ConnectSME ConnectSME Connect
Download Speed2 mbps2 mbps4mbps10 mbps
Upload Speed1mbps1mbps2mbps5 mbps
Data CapacityUnlimitedUnlimite dUnlimitedUnlimite p
Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)Value Added Service (VAS)
Wi-FiRouter
WebHosting
Domain Registration&X
Mail Hosting
Anti-Spam&Anti Virus
End-point Security
Mail Relay Users up to 2up to 2up to 5up to 10
Shared Firewall
Network Monitoring Tool
MTN BizAssist
Contract Term Options12 months24 months12 months12 months24 months12 months24 months12 months24 months
One-Time Set- upCostNS 1,800|NS 1.,800NS 2,160NS 2,160NS 2,160N$ 2,700NS 2,700
Monthly SubscriptionFeeN$599NS539666SNNS 1,899NS 1,709N$ 3,499NS 3,149

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No. 175

2018

NOTICE IN TERMS OF THE REGULATIONS REGARDING THE SUBMISSIONS OF INTERCONNECTION AGREEMENTS AND TARIFFS

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia, in terms of section 53(10) of the Communications Act, No. 8 of 2009 read together with regulation 8(1) of the Regulations Regarding the Submission of Interconnection Agreements and Tariffs, published in Government Gazette No. 4714, General Notice No. 126, dated 18 May 2011, herewith gives notice that the following Licensees have filed tariffs with the Authority:

  1. Mobile telecommunications Limited , Prepaid International Rates for 2018 as set out in Schedule 1 .
  2. Paratus Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd , VoIP Rates for 2018 as set out in Schedule 2 .
  3. Telecom Namibia Limited, Smart Unlimited Voice Call Plan as set out in Schedule 3.
  4. Paratus Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd, Omajova Tariffs as set out in Schedule 4.
  5. MWireless (Pty) Ltd t/a Africa Online, New proposed Tariffs as set out in Schedule 5.
  6. Paratus Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd , Additions to LTE and New Bundles as set out in Schedule 6.

Any person may examine copies of the tariffs at the head offices of the Authority during business hours and copies may be made on payment of a fee determined by the Authority. Copies of the tariffs can also be downloaded from the Authority's website, www.cran.na, free of charge.

The public may submit in writing to the Authority written comments within fourteen (14) days from the date of publication of this notice in the Gazette .

The Licensees may submit, in writing to the Authority, a response to any written comments within fourteen (14) days from the lapsing of the time to submit written submissions.

All written submissions must contain the name and contact details of the person making the written submissions and the name and contact details of the person for whom the written submissions is made, if different and be clear and concise.

All written submissions and reply comments must be made either physically or electronically -

  • (1) by hand to the head offices of the Authority, namely Communication House, 56 Robert Mugabe Avenue, Windhoek;
  • (2) by post to the head offices of the Authority, namely Private Bag 13309, Windhoek 9000;
  • (3) by electronic mail to the following address: legal@cran.na;
  • (4) by facsimile to the following facsimile number: +264 61 222790; and
  • (5) by fax to e-mail to: 0886550852.

F. MBANDEKA CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

SCHEDULE 1

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED TARIFFS BY MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS LIMITED COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

The following are the proposed tariffs as submitted by Mobile Telecommunications Limited:

CountryCurrent Rate - Pre PaidProposed rate - PrepaidPrepaid Increase%
AEROMOBILE12111.76831%
ANTARCTICAAUS1225.5113%
ANTARCTICAGSMAQ1238.87224%
ASCENSION1225.5113%
AUS TERRITORES1225.5113%
CHILEAUTX1225.5113%
CHILE EASTER ISL1225.5113%
DIEGO GARCIA1225.5113%
EMSAT1237.9216%
FALKLAND ISLANDS1225.5113%
INMARSATBGAN1254.88357%
INMARSATBGAN HSD1278.77556%
INMARSATGLOBALSTARMEA1230.9158%
INMARSAT INMARSAT SNAC SKY1249.01308%
INMARSAT SNAC B1230.63155%
INMARSAT SNAC B HSD12113.18843%
INMARSATSNACM1219.2660%
INMARSAT SNAC M4 HSD1292.69672%
INMARSATSNACMM1217.546%
INTLNETWORK -M2M1234.99192%
INTLNETWORK ELLIP1234.99192%
INTLNETWORK MONACO1234.99192%
INTLNETWORK SIPME1234.99192%
IRIDIUM1263.17426%
KIRIBATI1225.5113%
MCPSATELLITE1225.64114%
NAURU DIGICEL MOBILE1225.5113%
NETHRLNDS PREMIUM1225.5113%
NIUE1225.5113%
ONAIR1225.5113%
PAPUANEWGUINEA1225.5113%
SAINT HELENA1225.5113%
SAOTOMEAND PRINCIPE1225.5113%
SEANET1280.79573%
SOLOMON ISLANDS1225.5113%
SURINAME DIGICEL MOBILE1234.99192%
THURAYA1224.49104%
TOKELAU1225.5113%
TONGA1225.5113%
TRISTAN DACUNHA1225.5113%
TUVALU1225.5113%
VANUATU1225.5113%
VANUATU DIGICEL MOBILE1225.5113%
VANUATU MOBILE1225.5113%
WESTERN SAMOA1225.5113%
WESTERN SAMOAMOBILE1225.5113%
ZAMBIAMTN MOBILE56.9539%
ZAMBIAZAIN MOBILE56.9539%
ZIMBABWE ECONET MOBILE57.3146%
ZIMBABWE OTHER MOBILE57.3146%

Please note that the full tariff submission including the terms and conditions and the remedies available to the consumers can be obtained from the Authority

SCHEDULE 2

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED NEW VOIP TARIFFS BY PARATUS TELECOMMUNICATIONS, COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

Paratus - 083*Paratus - 083*
StandardStandard
RATERATE
N$ (Ex.VAT) / MinN$ (Ex. VAT) / Sec
Intra-Company0.280.00464
National0.700.01167
Mobile0.770.01283
RSA(Fixed)1.480.02467
RSA(Mobile)2.160.03600
Angola (Fixed)2.320.03867
Angola (Mobile)2.40.04000
Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe (Fixed)1.790.02983
Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe (Mobile)2.330.03883
Germany (Fixed)2.980.04967
Germany (Mobile)3.470.05783
UK (Fixed)3.010.05017
UK (Mobile)3.50.05833
Netherlands (Fixed)3.510.05850
Netherlands (Mobile)4.080.06800
Sweden, Switzerland (Fixed)3.570.05950
Sweden, Switzerland (Mobile)4.20.07000
Spain, Australia, France, Kenya (Fixed)3.460.05767
Spain, Australia, France, Kenya (Mobile)4.060.06767
USA(Fixed &Mobile)3.480.05800
Rest of the world4.710.07850

SCHEDULE 3

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED TARIFFS BY TELECOM NAMIBIA LIMITED COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

The following are the proposed tariffs as submitted by Telecom Namibia Limited:

PROPOSED UNLIMITED VOICE PACKAGE

DescriptionUnlimited
Fixed to Fixed and Fixed to TN mobile calls (Anytime)Unlimited
Fixed to Mobile Minutes (Anytime)300
Monthly Subscription (Excl. Vat) PromotionN$ 289.00
Monthly Subscription (Exc. Vat) StandardN$ 299.00

PROPOSED UNLIMITED VOICE AND DATA PACKAGE

Package2048k4096k2048k4096k
CPEEntry Level CPE with Wi-FIEntry Level CPE with Wi-FINANA
Downlink Speed2048kbps4096kbps2048kbps4096kbps
Uplink Speed768kbps1536kbps768kbps1536kbps
Number of concurrent voice calls1111
Internet UsageUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited
Voice minutes to TN NetworksUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimited
Voice Minutes to other Mobile Networks300 Minutes300 Minutes300 Minutes300 Minutes
Monthly Charge (N$) 12-month-PromotionN$ 889N$ 989N$ 699N$ 859
Monthly Charge (N$) 12-month-PromotionN$ 999N$ 1129N$ 719N$ 869

Notes applicable to both unlimited voice and unlimited voice and data packages:

  • Standard installation charges will be applied for new installations.
  • Standard call rates will apply for all out of bundle calls (other MNO and international calls)
  • Unlimited local and national calls on TN networks
  • Monthly subscription excludes standard line rental on the unlimited voice package.

Please note that the full tariff submission including the terms and conditions and the remedies available to the consumers can be obtained from the Authority

SCHEDULE 4

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED YUR SAT TARIFF PACKAGES BY PARATUS TELECOMMUNICATIONS, COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

OMAJOVA UNCAPPED

NameUploadDownloadUp ContentDown ContentCAPlimitReseller N$Retail N$
Omajova Bronze256 kbs1024 kbps5:125:1Uncapped1,090.001,235.00
Omajova Silver256 kbps2048 kbps5:125:1Uncapped1,550.001,755.00
Omajova Namibia512 kbps3072 kbps5:125:1Uncapped2,630.002,990.00
Omajova Africa512 kbps4096 kbps5:125:1Uncapped3,090.003,745.00
Omajova Gold1024 kbps1 0 2 4 0 kbps5:125:1Uncapped7,100.008,600.00
Omajova Platinum1024 kbps1 0 2 4 0 kbps3:125:1Uncapped8,770.0010,620.00

OMAJOVA CAPPED

NameUploadDownloadUp ContentDown ContentCAPlimitReseller N$Retail N$
Omajova 101024 kbs6144 kbps5:110:110GB855.00952.00
Omajova 201024 kbs6144 kbps5:110:120GB1,626.381,808.00
Omajova 301024 kbs6144 kbps5:110:130GB2,362.532,626.00
Omajova 501024 kbs6144 kbps5:110:150GB3,851.954,280.00
Omajova 801024 kbps6144 kbps5:110:180GB6,163.116,848.00
Top-Up per GB90.00100.00

PAY AS YOU GO

NameUploadDownloadUp ContentDown ContentCAPlimitReseller N$Retail N$
Omajova P-A- Y-G1024 kbs1 0 2 4 0 kbps5:125:1112.50125.00

PARATUS VSAT BUSINESS UNCAPPED

NameAny Speeds in 64kbps stepsUp ContentDown ContentCAPlimitReseller N$Retail N$
Paratus GoldPer 64kbps Simplex1:11:1Uncapped619.59688.44
Paratus SilverPer 64kbps Simplex1:31:3Uncapped509.63566.25
Paratus BronzePer 64kbps Simplex1:51:10Uncapped177.19196.88
Once Off Costing OptionsRetail
Yealink cordless phoneN$ 1,386.00
Wireless Access PointN$ 1,320.00
Hardware Option 1 (1.2m dish, X1 modem, 3WBUC)N$ 13,100.00
Travel (per Km cost)N$ 6.00
Installation feeN$ 1,500.00

Terms:

Prices are quoted in Namibian Dollars.

Pricing is based on a 12 month contract and excludes 15% VAT.

The cost of accommodation is excluded from the pricing.

Pricing only includes the wall mount kit and additional work and material will be charged separately.

SCHEDULE 5

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED TARIFFS BY MWIRELESS (PTY) LTD t/a AFRICA ONLINE COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

The following are the proposed tariffs as submitted by African Online:

Jet HomeUpload/DownloadData CapPrice
Jet Home 11024/102420N$ 649.00
Jet Home 22048/204840N$ 799.00
Jet Home 55120/5120100N$ 1,199.00
Jet Home 1010240/10240170N$ 1,999.00
Jet BusinessUpload/DownloadData CapPrice
Jet Business 33072/307275N$ 1,049.00
Jet Business 55120/5120150N$ 1,450.00
Jet Business 1010240/10240250N$ 2,399.00
Booster
10Gig Booster packN$ 150.00
20Gig Booster packN$ 250.00
50Gig Booster packN$ 500.00
Business BroadbandUpload/DownloadData CapPrice
Uncapped 2Mbps2048/2048N$ 1,499.00
Uncapped 3Mbps3072/3072N$ 1,999.00
Uncapped 4Mbps4096/4096N$ 2,499.00
Uncapped 5Mbps5120/5120N$ 2,999.00
Uncapped 10Mbps10240/10240N$ 4,999.00
Jet ExpressUpload/DownloadData CapPrice
Jet Express 22048/2048N$ 4,000.00
Jet Express 55150/5150N$ 9,000.00
Jet Express 1010240/10240N$ 18,000.00
Jet Express 2525600/25600N$ 39,000.00
Jet Express 5051200/51200N$ 76,000.00

Please note that the full tariff submission including the terms and conditions and the remedies available to the consumers can be obtained from the Authority

SCHEDULE 6

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED TARIFFS BY PARATUS TELECOMMUNICATIONS LIMITED COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

The following are the proposed tariffs as submitted by Paratus Telecommunications Limited:

ADDITIONS TO THE LTE POSTPAID PACKAGES

PackageUltimatePremierDeluxeFlixLite
Connection Fee - N$285.00285.00285.00285.00285.00
Monthly Fee - N$975.00775.00575.00485.00345.00
Includes Dongle (CPE)RouterWingleWingleWingleWingle
Data Cap - GB1609060100 Flix/ 5 General Data30
Max Clients (MAC)11111
Renewal Period (Months)11111
Contract Period (Months)2412121212
Out of bundle rate - N$ per GBAs submit for bundlesAs submit for bundlesAs submit for bundlesAs submit for bundlesAs submit for bundles

DATA BUNDLES TOP UP

Bundles UpgradesCost (N$)Bundle Volume GBValidity (Days)
Bundle 175.00530
Bundle 2150.001030
Bundle 3300.002030
Bundle 4450.003030
Bundle 5600.004030
Bundle 6750.005030

* ALL PRICES EXCLUDE VAT

Please note that the full tariff submission including the terms and conditions and the remedies available to the consumers can be obtained from the Authority

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COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

No. 176

2018

NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 53 (7) OF THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009 READ WITH THE REGULATIONS REGARDING THE SUBMISSIONS OF INTERCONNECTION AGREEMENTS AND TARIFFS

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia, in terms section 53(1) and (7) of the Communications Act read with regulation 8 of the 'Regulations Regarding the Submission of Interconnection Agreements and Tariffs', in Government Gazette No. 4714, Notice No. 126, dated 18 May 2011, herewith gives notice that it has approved:

  1. Amendments of tariffs as submitted by Salt Essential (Pty) Ltd, which came into force and effect on 29 March 2018, notwithstanding date of publication of the notice in the Gazette .;
  2. Amendments for NetMan and Mobiz packages as submitted by Mobile Telecommunications Limited, which came into force and effect on 29 March 2018, notwithstanding date of publication of the notice in the Gazette ;
  3. Amendments for Post-Paid Service Plan & Extra Data packages as submitted by Mobile Telecommunications Limited, which came into force and effect on 29 March 2018, notwithstanding date of publication of the notice in the Gazette .;
  4. The review for South Africa Fixed and Mobile International tariffs as submitted by Telecom Namibia Limited which came into force and effect on 8 March 2018, notwithstanding date of publication of the notice in the Gazette ;
  5. The tariffs for Speedlink and TN1 packages as submitted by Telecom Namibia Limited , which came into force and effect on 8 March 2018, notwithstanding date of publication of the notice in the Gazette ;
  6. The New Yur Sat packages as submitted by Paratus Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd , which came into force and effect on 8 March 2018, notwithstanding date of publication of the notice in the Gazette ; and
  7. The New Fiber Products as submitted by IT Guru CC , which came into force and effect on 8 March 2018, notwithstanding date of publication of the notice in the Gazette .

Please note that the full tariff submission and reasons for approval can be obtained from the Authority.

F. KISHI CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD DIRECTORS COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

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COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

No. 177

2018

STATEMENT OF INTERPRETATION OF THE DEFINITION OF 'TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT' AS PER THE REGULATIONS IN RESPECT OF TYPE APPROVAL AND TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT: COMMUNICATIONS ACT, 2009

In terms of section 27(1)(d), and with reference to the Regulations in Respect of Type Approval and Technical Standards for Telecommunications Equipment, published in Government Gazette No. 5659, General Notice No. 22, dated 30 January 2015, and Regulations regarding Licence Exempt Spectrum published in Government Gazette No. 4839, General Notice No. 395 dated 25 November 2011, the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia hereby informs the public that:

  1. In terms of the Regulations in Respect of Type Approval and Technical Standards for Telecommunications Equipment, 'Telecommunications Equipment' is defined as:

' communications or networking equipment with an interface to public network or wide area network services and includes but not limited to telecommunications terminal equipment , information technology equipment (including but not limited to a digital set-top box decoder), radio communication equipment powered by means of an internal or external electrical AC/DC energy source and electronic communications network equipment .'

  1. From a technical and legal perspective, only communications or networking equipment which interfaces with public network services or wide area network services require type approval.
  2. This Notice therefore serves to inform the public of the interpretation formulated and adopted by the Authority with regards to the definition of 'Telecommunications Equipment' for purposes of the requirements of type approval;
  3. And further that in light of this interpretation, all equipment listed in Schedule 1 to this notice do not require type approval, effective from date of publication of this notice in the Government Gazette;
  4. This Notice does not constitute or replace legal advice on obligations under the Communications Act, the Regulations in Respect of Type Approval and Technical Standards for Telecommunications Equipment, and the Regulations regarding Licence Exempt Spectrum; and
  5. The aim of this Notice is to bring clarity and consistency to the type approval compliance procedure and is designed to contribute to fairness, integrity and good public administration.

The public may seek further clarity from the Authority at or through the following addresses:

  • a) Head Offices - Communications House, 56 Robert Mugabe Avenue, Windhoek;

  • b) Post - Private Bag 13309, Windhoek 9000;

  • c) Electronic mail - legal@cran.na;

  • d) Facsimile - +264 61 222790; or

  • e) Fax to e-mail to 088642748.

F. K. MBANDEKA CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA

SCHEDULE 1

EQUIPMENTTYPEDESCRIPTIONSPECIFIED TECHNOLOGIES
Vehicles components and systems (embedded in the vehicle)Remote car keys (Immobilizer), Car parking sensor/systems, Car Radio with or without Bluetooth functionalitiesShort Range Device Lower power - With maximum ra- diated power limit of 10 Mwerp.
Gate/Garage remote control equipmentGate/Garage door openerShort Range Device Lower power with maximum radi- ated power limit of 10 Mwerp.
Smart WatchesWith Bluetooth only (without Wi-Fi functionality and SIM or Tracking features)Short Range Device Lower power
SpeakersWith BluetoothShort Range Device Lower power
Alarms and Movement detectorsLower power Alarms and Move- ment detectors terminal.Short Range Device Lower power - With maximum ra- diated power limit of 10 Mwerp.
Audio devicesCordless Audio devices, including wireless microphonesShort Range Device Lower power - With maximum ra- diated power limit of 10 Mwerp.
Broadcast receiversReceivers equipment's only e.g. FM/AM Radio both analogue and digital
Broadcast TransmittersFM/AM transmitter equipment's (both analogue and digital)

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