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July 21, 2024

South Africa: MTN Objects To Effort To Block Spectrum Pooling
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July 21, 2024

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July 21, 2024
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The recent dispute between major telecommunication companies in South Africa has raised questions about spectrum pooling. MTN South Africa, Cell C, and Liquid have faced opposition from Vodacom regarding their request for an urgent interdict to halt spectrum pooling in the country.

MTN and its pooling partners argued that spectrum pooling enhances market competition and efficiency. They emphasized that similar pooling arrangements are common in other markets and that the South African regulatory framework permits such arrangements. They also highlighted that their applications for spectrum pooling were approved by the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) in accordance with the Electronic Communication Act.

Vodacom, however, challenged the legality of these deals and filed papers in the High Court seeking an interdict against the pooling arrangements. They alleged that the applications for spectrum pooling were made in secret and without following the appropriate procedures.

In response, MTN stressed that they were transparent about their decisions and followed the due process for ICASA’s approval. They argued that Vodacom failed to provide evidence to support an interdict of these pooling arrangements. MTN also emphasized the benefits of spectrum pooling for licensees, customers, and the broader public.

The outcome of this dispute will have significant implications for the telecommunications industry in South Africa. MTN firmly believes that the request for interim relief should be dismissed, highlighting the potential impact on their operations and the public.

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