A second fixed line operator was expected to be licensed in 2002 but due to various delays, this is now set to occur in 2003. This is one of the reform measures being undertaken by the government in order to promote empowerment in the industry. The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) is the regulator of the communications industry while the Department of Communication is the responsible government body. The communications industry is undergoing reform through measures [ 南非故事 Cooltang.com ]

South Africa is the world’s fourth fastest growing GSM market with a growth rate of 50% per annum. There are three operators in the country namely; MTN, Cell C and Vodacom. Vodacom and MTN report more than 7 million and 5 million subscribers respectively. [ 南非故事 Cooltang.com ]

The country’s transport infrastructure is highly-developed with extensive road and rail networks. The Department of Transport is responsible for the upkeep of roads and has embarked upon a major project worth R5 billion that will be spent on 20 projects to be completed in 2004. The national road system links all major cities. [ 南非故事 Cooltang.com ]

Spoornet controls the rail system though Metrorail provides public transport services. The rail system links major centres and is used extensively by heavy industry for freight transport. [ 南非故事 Cooltang.com ]

Electricity and water services are available in all urban areas and most rural areas although there are shortfalls in some rural areas. [ 南非故事 Cooltang.com ]