Description

The presentation by Dept of Communication and Digital Technologies (South Africa), delivered at the 5th OTT Streaming Summit, held in February 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa, outlines the government’s regulatory framework for digital broadcasting and online content.

The key focus areas include updating outdated broadcasting regulations, ensuring safety and accessibility, promoting South African content, and aligning policies with international best practices. The White Paper aims to modernise licensing, combat digital piracy, regulate online platforms, and enhance digital literacy. The roadmap details a phased legislative process leading to a formal Digital Audiovisual Media Services and Online Content Safety Bill.

Some key points from the resource include:

● Rationale for Government Intervention
● Key Regulatory Areas
● International Benchmarking
● Implementation Roadmap