The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) confirmed that its much-anticipated auction of 5G spectrum is expected to start on March 8.
This auction process follows the recent announcement of six qualified bidders for the auction. The regulator said that the 5G spectrum in the 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 2,600 MHz, and 3,500 MHz bands is made available through this licensing process with the aim of providing national broadband wireless access services to all South Africans.
ICASA also said it had conducted mock auctions with bidders during March 1 through 3, to ensure that bidders are comfortable with the bidding process.
