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.
