CA Invites Kenyan Companies to Apply for TV and Radio Broadcasting Licences

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has issued a 30-day public notice inviting Kenyans to raise objections, to applications by several companies and institutions seeking broadcasting licences.

In a gazette notice dated Friday, November 6, the regulator listed five television broadcasters and a radio operator that have applied for new licences or renewal of existing ones.

The applications were made under the Kenya Information and Communications Act, which governs the country’s telecommunications and broadcasting industry.

CA said members of the public and other interested parties have 30 days to submit any objections regarding the applications.

“Notice is given that the following applicants have, pursuant to the provisions of the Kenya Information and Communications Act CAP 411A, made applications to the Communications Authority of Kenya for grant of the licences as shown,” the authority stated.

Among the television applicants is Kenyatta University, which is seeking renewal of the licence for its broadcasting station, Kenyatta University Television.

The other applicants include private broadcasters seeking permission to operate commercial television services, with the applications covering mainly free-to-air broadcasting.

One operator has also applied for renewal of its subscription broadcasting licence, allowing the regulator to review its continued authorisation to provide the service.

Apart from television and radio broadcasters, the notice listed several internet service providers seeking approval to operate in the telecommunications sector.

Eight companies have also applied for licences to construct and operate telecommunications infrastructure. Such infrastructure plays an important role in supporting connectivity and expanding communication services across the country.

The applications further include companies seeking licences to provide courier services, showing that the regulator’s latest notice covers different areas within the communications industry.

The public notice gives interested parties an opportunity to examine the applications and raise concerns before the authority makes its decisions.

The CA is responsible for licensing and regulating telecommunications, broadcasting and postal services in Kenya. Its mandate includes ensuring that operators comply with the country’s laws and regulations.

The 30-day objection period allows members of the public and other stakeholders to present relevant concerns, for consideration as the regulator processes the applications.

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