Overview
The Seychelles Communications Regulatory Authority (SCRA) is the new regulatory body overseeing all telecoms, including numbering and approval, as outlined in the Communications Law of 2023.
Key Points
- New Oversight Authority: SCRA takes charge of all telecom matters, including numbering and approval, as per the Communications Law of 2023.
- Type Approval Procedure: The modification will not impact the type approval procedure.
- Former Regulatory Body: While the former regulatory body still exists, it will now solely handle issues related to information technology.
Impact
- Approval Impact: No significant impact on the type approval procedure.
- Spectrum Impact: Not applicable; focus is on telecom oversight rather than spectrum allocation.
- Importer Impact: No direct impact on importers; focus is on regulatory oversight by SCRA.
- Format and Requirements: Communications Law of 2023 outlines the SCRA's authority and responsibilities.
- Exemptions: No specified exemptions; SCRA oversees all forms of telecoms.
- Timeline and Implementation: Effective upon the enactment of the Communications Law of 2023.
- Market Access Requirements Impacted: SCRA's oversight ensures compliance with telecom regulations, potentially impacting market access for non-compliant entities.