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Invitation to Apply for International Mobile Telecommunications Spectrum (IMT) Licences for the Provision of Mobile Broadband Wireless Access Services

APPLICATION NOTICE

BOTSWANA COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY

REFERENCE NO: BOCRA/2/7/12/21

INTERNATIONAL MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECTRUM (IMT) LICENCES FOR THE PROVISION OF MOBILE BROADBAND WIRELESS ACCESS SERVICES

Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA/ the Authority) hereby invites companies to submit applications for International Mobile Telecommunications Spectrum (IMT) Licences. This is for the Provision of Mobile Broadband Wireless Access Services in the Spectrum Bands 450 – 470 MHz, 790 - 862 MHz, 2110-2200 MHz, 3400 – 3600 MHz and 2500-2690 for Broadband Wireless Access. The Invitation to Apply (ITA) can be downloaded from BOCRA website www.bocra.org.bw

Applications and all supporting documents should be submitted not later than 10:00hrs on 7th October 2021 or such other later date as the Authority may advise in writing, in the Tender Box located at the following address:

Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
Plot 50671 Independence Avenue
Private Bag 00495
Gaborone

Applications will be opened at 10:05hrs on 7th October 2021 at the BOCRA offices. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, bidders and the general public will not be allowed to attend the opening. Tender opening results will be shared with bidders through BOCRA Website.

Applicants shall be required to pay a non-refundable Licence Application Fee of Twelve Thousand Five Hundred and Forty Pula (P12,540) (VAT Inclusive) to BOCRA on submission of the application document.

For any further information regarding the tender, please contact:

Procurement Office at:  368 5500/09/33/34
Contact email:               procurement@bocra.org.bw

 

CLICK HERE to download INVITATION TO APPLY FOR INTERNATIONAL MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECTRUM (IMT) LICENCES FOR THE PROVISION OF MOBILE BROADBAND WIRELESS ACCESS SERVICES.

Friday, August 6, 2021
Type Approval Verification Guidelines (Sim-Enabled Devices) 2020

CLICK HERE to download Type Approval Verification Guidelines (Sim-Enabled Devices) 2020.

Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Media Release - Botswana Ranks 12th in Africa on the ITU Global Cybersecurity Index 2020

Media Release

05th July 2021

Botswana ranks 12th in Africa on the ITU Global Cybersecurity Index 2020.

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Global Cybersecurity Index 2020 (GCI) ranks Botswana 12th out of 43 African Countries, and 88th out of 182 countries globally. Botswana achieved a score of 0.53 (or 53.05%) for the 2020 Index which is an improvement from 0.44 (44%) attained in 2018. 

The GCI is an initiative of the ITU, the UN specialized agency for Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). It measures adherence to cybersecurity commitments by Member States of the ITU across five pillars - Legal measures; Technical measures; Organization measures; Capacity development measures and Cooperation measures. Each of the pillars is scored out of a maximum score of 20.  Botswana performed strongly on the Legal, Organizational and Capacity development measures attaining scores of 16.4, 14.16 and 13.23 respectively. The country still needs to improve on the Technical and Cooperation measures. 

Botswana’s improvement in GCI ranking follows its approval and implementation of the National Cybersecurity Strategy in October 2020. Pursuant to the implementation of the Strategy, Botswana established the National Computer Incident Response Team (BWCIRT), the National Cybersecurity Risk Assessment (NCRA) of the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) and drafting of the National Cybersecurity Act to enhance its capability in addressing the issues of cybersecurity. 

In comparison, the United States of America is the 1st in the ITU GCI ranking, followed by the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia tied on the 2nd position, while Estonia is ranked 3rd. The Top 13 countries in Africa are Mauritius, Tanzania, Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Benin, Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda. Zambia, Côte d'Ivoire, Botswana, and Cameroon.  In Southern Africa, Botswana ranks 4th after Mauritius, South Africa, and Zambia.

The full GCI report may be assessed at the following URL link: Global Cybersecurity Index 2020 - My ITU

For further questions, kindly contact:
Mr Aaron T. Nyelesi
Director, Broadcasting and Corporate Communications
nyelesi@bocra.org.bw 

Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Revised Public Notice: Supply and Delivery of ICT Equipment for Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority

The Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA or the Authority) hereby invites experienced and reputable companies to tender for the Supply and Delivery of ICT Equipment for Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority.

The tender is reserved for 100% citizen-owned companies who are registered with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB) under the following code and subcode;

Code 203: Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical and ICT Supplies
Subcode 01: Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Spares, and Accessories (includes ICT, photographic equipment, and others).

Youth owned companies in Botswana shall purchase the ITT at 50% of the purchase price as per Presidential Directive CAB 14 (B)/2015.

The Invitation to Tender (ITT) document may be purchased at the BOCRA Head Office by interested companies at a non-refundable fee of P570.00 (Five Hundred and Seventy Pula Only) VAT inclusive effective 31 May 2021. Payment must be made in the form of bank transfer or deposits to the following bank details:

Bank Name: First National Bank Botswana Ltd
Branch Name: Mall
Branch Code: 28-28-67
Account Name: Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
Bank Account No: 62011115088
Swift Code: FIRNBWGX 
Reference: BTA0001

  
Tender documents shall be issued upon provision of Proof of Payment (POP). All funds transfer bank charges shall be borne by the bidder.
Bids and all supporting documents should be submitted not later than 10:00hrs on 12 July 2021 or such other later date as the Authority may advise in writing, at the Tender box located at:

Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority Plot 50671,
Independence Avenue
Gaborone

Bids will be opened at 10:05 HRS on the 12 July 2021 at the BOCRA offices. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, bidders and the general public will not be allowed to attend the opening. Tender opening results will be shared with bidders through BOCRA Website.

The BOCRA Procurement Regulations and Procedures shall apply to this tender.

Notwithstanding anything in the foregoing, the Authority is not bound to accept the lowest or any tender offer.

For any further information regarding the tender, please contact:

Contact email: procurement@bocra.org.bw
 

Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Media Release: BOCRA Approves Reduction in Fixed Broadband Prices

In line with its mandate of facilitating the provision of, among others, affordable communications services throughout the country, Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA), approved price reductions for fixed broadband internet services offered by Botswana Telecommunications Corporation  (BTC) with effect from 23 June 2021. Click here for more details.

Friday, July 2, 2021
JOB ADVERT - Head of Electronic Communications

The Communications Regulators’ Association of Southern Africa (CRASA), based in Gaborone, Botswana, is a consultative association of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and Postal regulators in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. The main focus of CRASA is to harmonise the ICT and Postal regulatory frameworks in the region. To achieve this, CRASA works closely with the SADC and other regional and international agencies and also organises regional events on ICT and Postal regulation that brings together decision-makers in government institutions, regulators, operators and experts in the field of regulation.

CRASA wishes to recruit a dynamic, innovative and result-oriented individual from a SADC Member Country to serve as its Head of Electronic Communications on a contract of four(4) years, renewable up to a maximum of another term, depending on performance. 

Main Purpose of the Position

To manage, coordinate research and advise on development and harmonisation of Electronic Communications policy, regulation and standardisation in Southern African Development Community (SADC) and monitor international developments.  

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the development of electronic communications regulatory best practices that includes; economic regulation, spectrum management, universal service to electronic communications services, consumer protection, cyber security, standardisation, numbering and others, to allow for harmonisation of regulatory frameworks in the SADC and ensure that these guidelines are continuously reviewed to align them to the latest market, technological and social developments.
  • Monitor the trends in electronic communications technology and impact of such development on regulation in order to effectively advise ICT regulators in SADC.
  • Undertake regular research into broad range of issues covering a wide field of regulation of electronic communications markets that seek to address existing regulatory challenges and to prepare SADC ICT regulators for new challenges ahead resulting from market, technological and social developments.
  • Monitor the international regulatory requirements regarding the electronic communications market, including; economic regulation, spectrum management, universal service to electronic communications services, consumer protection, cyber security, standardisation, numbering and others; and in particular the impact of decisions adopted at regional and international forums on the SADC electronic communications market.
  • Ensure that CRASA develops position papers and input into a broad range of issues covering a wide field of regulation of electronic communications markets and to submit such positions and input to the regional and international forums.
  • Implement the electronic system of data collection related to regulation of electronic communications markets and ensure that CRASA Members provide timely information to inform the region regarding developments in the electronic communications sector.
  • Coordinating capacity building training workshops regarding regulation of electronic communications markets.
  • Provide a platform for debates related to regulation of electronic communications markets.
  • Represent CRASA at regional and international forums.
  • Prepare the required reports for the Executive Committee and Executive Management as well as all required statistical reports regarding performance and effectiveness of the Electronic Communications Department.
  • Prepares annual operational and capital budget for Electronic Communications Department

Relevant Qualification and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications/Broadcasting or equivalent. Postgraduate qualification or a relevant professional qualification will be an added advantage.
Experience: At least five (5) years post qualification in telecommunications/ broadcasting/Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) regulatory experience.

Core Competencies 

The following are the core competencies required for the position:

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Analytical skills
  • Service Orientation
  • Decision Making
  • Project management skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Event Planning and Management Skills

Remuneration

CRASA offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with other similar posts around the region.  

Applications 

Suitable candidates from SADC Countries can send the following documents:

  • Resumes of not more than three (3) pages,
  • Cover letter, 
  • Certified copies of certificates and names and contacts of three (3) referees 

Applications should be sent through the link below: 
https://jb.skillsmapafrica.com/Job/Index/50283

Applications Closing Date: 13 July 2021

Further Notes

  • CRASA is an equal opportunity employer,
  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted, 
  • CRASA reserves the right to withdraw this advert should circumstances change.
Friday, June 11, 2021
Supply and Delivery of ICT Equipment for Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority

The Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA or the Authority) hereby invites experienced and reputable companies to tender for Supply and Delivery of ICT Equipment for the Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority.

The tender is reserved for 100% citizen-owned companies who are registered with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB) under the following code and subcode;

Code 203: Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical and ICT Supplies
Subcode 01: Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Spares and Accessories (includes ICT, photographic equipment and others).

Youth owned companies in Botswana shall purchase the ITT at 50% of the purchase price as per Presidential Directive CAB 14 (B)/2015.

The Invitation to Tender (ITT) document may be purchased at the BOCRA Head Office by interested companies at a non-refundable fee of P570.00 (Five Hundred and Seventy Pula Only) VAT inclusive effective 31 May 2021. Payment must be made in the form of bank transfer or deposits to the following bank details:

Bank Name: First National Bank Botswana Ltd
Branch Name: Mall
Branch Code: 28-28-67
Account Name:Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
Branch Account No: 62011115088
Swift Code: FIRNBWGX
Reference: BTA0001

                       

Tender documents shall be issued upon provision of Proof of Payment (POP). All funds transfer bank charges shall be borne by the bidder.

Bids and all supporting documents should be submitted not later than 10:00hrs on 28 June 2021 or such other later date as the Authority may advise in writing, at the Tender box located at:

Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority Plot 50671,
Independence Avenue
Gaborone

Bids will be opened at 10:05 HRS on the 28 June 2021 at the BOCRA offices. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, bidders and the general public will not be allowed to attend the opening. Tender opening results will be shared with bidders through BOCRA Website.

The BOCRA Procurement Regulations and Procedures shall apply to this tender.

Notwithstanding anything in the foregoing, the Authority is not bound to accept the lowest or any tender offer.

For any further information regarding the tender, please contact:
Contact email: procurement@bocra.org.bw

Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Supply, Installation and Commissioning of a Quality Of Service (QoS) Monitoring System for Both Fixed and Mobile Networks, and Provision Of QoS Audit Services

The Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA or the Authority) hereby invites experienced and reputable Local and International companies to tender for Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Quality of Service (QoS) Monitoring System for both Fixed and Mobile Networks, and Provision of QoS Audit Services. Click here for more details.

Tuesday, May 18, 2021
Development of an Online Portal for Data Collection

CLICK HERE to download Tender for Development of an Online Portal for Data Collection.

Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Expression of Interest (EOI) for Inclusion in the Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority’s Legal Panel

CLICK HERE for the Expression of Interest (EOI) for Inclusion in the Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority’s Legal Panel.

CLICK HERE to download  BOTSWANA COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (BOCRA) OUTSOURCING QUESTIONNAIRE.

CLICK HERE to download GUIDELINES PANEL OF LAW FIRMS & OUTSOURCING OF LEGAL MATTERS.

CLICK HERE to download Clarification Document for the Expression of Interest (EOI) for Inclusion in the BOTSWANA COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY’S Legal Panel.

Monday, April 19, 2021

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