[9 April 2021]
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) finalized the Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations in 2021. These regulations, ensuring greater accessibility in the telecoms sector, became enforceable 10 October 2022.
Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations, 2021
Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations, 2021 – Reasons Document
[24 July 2020]
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has postponed the due date for submissions on the proposed Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations. The new deadline is August 14, 2020.
ICASA extends closing date for written submissions in respect of the Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities
[25 June 2020]
ICASA released a draft “Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations” for public review. Share your thoughts by July 25th. Submissions can be emailed to Ms. Nditsheni Hangwani (nhangwani@icasa.org.za) with a copy to CodeforPwDsCommittee@icasa.org.za.
Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities
[12 April 2019]
ICASA to Hold Workshop on Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities inviting stakeholders involved in consultations on previous Drafts.
The two-day workshop will be held on June 6 & 7, 2019 (9:30 AM – 4:00 PM) at ICASA’s Centurion HQ in the EP-CG Auditorium.
Schedule – Disabilities Workshop
[20 December 2017]
The public consultation period for the Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities has been extended. New submissions are now due by 4:00 pm on January 17th, 2018.
Extension Code for Persons with Disabilities Draft Regulations
[21 November 2017]
In response to valuable input from stakeholders, ICASA released an improved draft of the Code for Persons with Disabilities, building on the November 2014 version.
Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities 2017
The deadline for submissions is December 19, 2017. Please direct them to:
[8 January 2016]
Join the Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services for an ICT accessibility symposium in White River, Mpumalanga. The event runs from February 3-5, 2016.
DTPS Invite to ICT Accessibility Symposium February 2016
This symposium tackles how Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) can break down barriers for people with disabilities. It will focus on:
- Making ICT facilities, products, and equipment accessible and user-friendly.
- Including the voices of people with disabilities in shaping ICT policies.
- Sharing feedback on the implementation of the Disability and ICT Strategy, along with the Youth and ICT Strategy launched by the DTPS in 2012.
This event aims to create a more inclusive digital world for everyone.
An engaging exhibition will be open alongside the Symposium, running the same hours: from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM daily.
Symposium Details:
- Dates: February 3rd – 5th, 2016
- Time: 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM
- Venue: Protea Winkler Hotel, White River, Mpumalanga Province
[18 November 2014]
ICASA Opens Public Comment on Revised Code for Persons with Disabilities
Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities
Explanatory Memorandum on the decision to amend the Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities
Submissions on the Code for People with Disabilities must be received by Monday, December 15, 2014. Please submit your comments to the following contact information:
- Contact: Nditsheni Hangwani, Code for People with Disability Project Leader, ICASA
- Fax: (011) 566 3417
- Telephone: (011) 566 3418
- Email: nhangwani@icasa.org.za
[8 July 2014]
Final Schedule for hearings to be held at ICASA on the Draft Code for People with Disabilities, 10-11 July 2014
[26 June 2014]
A media release issued on June 24, 2014, announced a series of public hearings on the draft Code for People with Disabilities. These hearings will kick off on June 26th and travel across South Africa, concluding with a two-day event at ICASA’s headquarters.
- Limpopo
- 26 June 2014
- APD Limpopo Hall (Sentinary House) No: 01 Pafuri Avenue Penina Park Polokwane
- Western Cape
- 27 June 2014
- Cape Sun Hotel Strand Street Cape Town
- Eastern Cape
- 30 June 2014
- Garden Court Hotel East London John Baillie Road Quigney East London
- Northern Cape
- 03 July 2014
- Savoy Hotel Kimberley 19 Old De Beers Road Kimberley
- Mpumalanga
- 03 July 2014
- Nelspruit Community Library 45 Samora Machel Drive Nelspruit
- Gauteng
- 10-11 July 2014
- ICASA Head Office 164 Katherine Street Sandton
Please note: Licensees and stakeholders who submitted written comments are likely expected to attend the Johannesburg public hearing.
For inquiries:
For more information about the public hearings, you can contact:
[2 April 2014]
ICASA seeks public input on new draft regulations for people with disabilities. Deadline for comments: May 16, 2014.
Draft Code for People with Disabilities Regulations 2014
Upon finalization, these regulations will supersede the existing Regulations Code on people with disabilities (GG30441).
ICTs for people with disabilities
[9 April 2021]
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) finalized the Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations in 2021. These regulations, ensuring greater accessibility in the telecoms sector, became enforceable 10 October 2022.
Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations, 2021
Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations, 2021 – Reasons Document
[24 July 2020]
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has postponed the due date for submissions on the proposed Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations. The new deadline is August 14, 2020.
ICASA extends closing date for written submissions in respect of the Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities
[25 June 2020]
ICASA released a draft “Code for Persons with Disabilities Regulations” for public review. Share your thoughts by July 25th. Submissions can be emailed to Ms. Nditsheni Hangwani (nhangwani@icasa.org.za) with a copy to CodeforPwDsCommittee@icasa.org.za.
Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities
[12 April 2019]
ICASA to Hold Workshop on Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities inviting stakeholders involved in consultations on previous Drafts.
The two-day workshop will be held on June 6 & 7, 2019 (9:30 AM – 4:00 PM) at ICASA’s Centurion HQ in the EP-CG Auditorium.
Schedule – Disabilities Workshop
[20 December 2017]
The public consultation period for the Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities has been extended. New submissions are now due by 4:00 pm on January 17th, 2018.
Extension Code for Persons with Disabilities Draft Regulations
[21 November 2017]
In response to valuable input from stakeholders, ICASA released an improved draft of the Code for Persons with Disabilities, building on the November 2014 version.
Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities 2017
The deadline for submissions is December 19, 2017. Please direct them to:
[8 January 2016]
Join the Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services for an ICT accessibility symposium in White River, Mpumalanga. The event runs from February 3-5, 2016.
DTPS Invite to ICT Accessibility Symposium February 2016
This symposium tackles how Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) can break down barriers for people with disabilities. It will focus on:
This event aims to create a more inclusive digital world for everyone.
An engaging exhibition will be open alongside the Symposium, running the same hours: from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM daily.
Symposium Details:
[18 November 2014]
ICASA Opens Public Comment on Revised Code for Persons with Disabilities
Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities
Explanatory Memorandum on the decision to amend the Draft Code for Persons with Disabilities
Submissions on the Code for People with Disabilities must be received by Monday, December 15, 2014. Please submit your comments to the following contact information:
[8 July 2014]
Final Schedule for hearings to be held at ICASA on the Draft Code for People with Disabilities, 10-11 July 2014
[26 June 2014]
A media release issued on June 24, 2014, announced a series of public hearings on the draft Code for People with Disabilities. These hearings will kick off on June 26th and travel across South Africa, concluding with a two-day event at ICASA’s headquarters.
Please note: Licensees and stakeholders who submitted written comments are likely expected to attend the Johannesburg public hearing.
For inquiries:
For more information about the public hearings, you can contact:
[2 April 2014]
ICASA seeks public input on new draft regulations for people with disabilities. Deadline for comments: May 16, 2014.
Draft Code for People with Disabilities Regulations 2014
Upon finalization, these regulations will supersede the existing Regulations Code on people with disabilities (GG30441).
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