Radio Spectrum Planning | Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
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Radio Spectrum Planning | Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
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Radio Spectrum Planning
In line with the
Communications Regulatory Authority Act 2012
the BOCRA shall:
ensure the rational use of the radio frequency spectrum in Botswana by establishing and maintaining a national radio frequency
ensure that the needs of existing and new radio services are met;
monitor radio frequency occupancy;
make regulations and establish standards governing the use of frequency bands in accordance with international regulations;
prescribe the conditions and tariffs applicable in connection with the allocation of radio frequencies to the holders of telecommunication licence holders;
negotiate with other countries and with international organizations in connection with radio frequency spectrum management and matters related thereto;
establish the necessary technical standards in relation to the radio frequency spectrum;
allocate radio frequencies in a manner which will avoid harmful interference, particularly in relation to safety and anergic services; and
ensure that an appropriate amount of radio frequency spectrum is available for government as well as non-government use.
Apply For A License
Complaints Process
BOCRA will investigate a consumer complaint against a service provider if there is sufficient evidence to establish.
Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
Plot 50671 Independence Avenue
Gaborone, Botswana
T : +267 395 7755
F : +267 395 7976
E :
info@bocra.org.bw
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telecoms Link
About
Profile
A Word From The Chief Executive
History Of Communication Regulation
Organogram
Board of Directors
Executive Management
Careers
Mandate
Legislation
Telecommunications
National Radio Frequency Plan
Radio Spectrum Planning
The Numbering Plan
Type Approval
Broadcasting
Postal
Internet
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bw CIRT
Electronic Evidence
Electronic Communications Transactions
Licensing
Projects
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ICT Licencing Framework
ITU Capacity Building Workshop
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Consumer Education And Advice
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File A Complaint
Media
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ASMS-WebCP
Licence Verification
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BOCRA Portal
QOS Monitoring
Licensing
telecoms Link
About
Profile
A Word From The Chief Executive
History Of Communication Regulation
Organogram
Board of Directors
Executive Management
Careers
Mandate
Legislation
Telecommunications
National Radio Frequency Plan
Radio Spectrum Planning
The Numbering Plan
Type Approval
Broadcasting
Postal
Internet
bw ccTLD
bw CIRT
Electronic Evidence
Electronic Communications Transactions
Licensing
Projects
Documents
Draft Documents And Legislation
ICT Licencing Framework
ITU Capacity Building Workshop
Complaints
Consumer Education And Advice
Registering Complaints
File A Complaint
Media
News & Events
Speeches
Tenders
ASMS-WebCP
Licence Verification
Type Approval
Register BW
Radio Spectrum Planning
In line with the
Communications Regulatory Authority Act 2012
the BOCRA shall:
ensure the rational use of the radio frequency spectrum in Botswana by establishing and maintaining a national radio frequency
ensure that the needs of existing and new radio services are met;
monitor radio frequency occupancy;
make regulations and establish standards governing the use of frequency bands in accordance with international regulations;
prescribe the conditions and tariffs applicable in connection with the allocation of radio frequencies to the holders of telecommunication licence holders;
negotiate with other countries and with international organizations in connection with radio frequency spectrum management and matters related thereto;
establish the necessary technical standards in relation to the radio frequency spectrum;
allocate radio frequencies in a manner which will avoid harmful interference, particularly in relation to safety and anergic services; and
ensure that an appropriate amount of radio frequency spectrum is available for government as well as non-government use.
Apply For A License
Complaints Process
BOCRA will investigate a consumer complaint against a service provider if there is sufficient evidence to establish.
Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
Plot 50671 Independence Avenue
Gaborone, Botswana
T : +267 395 7755
F : +267 395 7976
E :
info@bocra.org.bw