Kivuva, The review is expected to create a dis-incentive for broadcasters to have multiple frequencies in one spot. This will free spectrum for assignment to new entrants (for FM broadcasters). In addition, in the era of digital TV broadcasting, entrants into this market do not require frequencies any longer but space/channels on the digital platform. Once the cases before courts are adjudicated, CCK will provide clear direction on the licensing framework. I hope this sheds light on this matter. Wambua -----Original Message----- From: lordmwesh@gmail.com [mailto:lordmwesh@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Kivuva Sent: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 6:00 PM To: Wambua, Christopher Cc: Consumer and Public Affairs; KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions Subject: Re: [kictanet] FW: Commission reviews broadcasting frequencies fees.doc Thank you Mr. Wambua. This looks well thought out. A quick question, how will this help new entrants into the congested market? Are we creating more barriers, or is the field more even? Have a nice one On 19/06/2013, Wambua, Christopher <Wambua@cck.go.ke> wrote:

Listers,

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19th June April 2013

CCK reviews prices for broadcasting frequencies

Broadcasters with more than one frequency per broadcast spot or site will from next month pay higher fees for the spectrum.

The Commission today revised the broadcasting frequency fees in an attempt to address the existing disparities in the distribution and use of broadcasting spectrum in the country.

The new charging methodology shall ensure fair distribution of broadcasting frequencies, and promote competition in the sub-sector. In addition, the methodology will enhance plurality and diversity of views and opinions as envisaged in the ICT Sector Policy Guidelines and the Kenya Information and Communications Act, CAP 411A.

The new charges will be based on the following formula:

New frequency fee payable per site = (2n-1) x current fee. Using this formula, the fee payable per site is as follows:

No. of Frequencies

Zone A (High Congestion Zone)

Zone B (Low Congestion Zone)

Broadcaster with 1 frequency in one site

FM: KShs. 130,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 360,000/= p.a.

FM: KShs. 65,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 180,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 2 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs. 390,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 1,080,000/= p.a.

FM: KShs. 195,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 540,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 3 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs. 910,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 2,520,000/= p.a.

FM: KShs. 455,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 1,260,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 4 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs. 1,950,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 5,400,000/= p.a.

FM: KShs. 975,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 2,700,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 5 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs. 4,030,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 11,160,000/= p.a.

FM: KShs. 2,015,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 5,580,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 6 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs. 8,190,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 22,680,000/= p.a.

FM: KShs. 4,095,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 11,340,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 7 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs. 16,510,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 45,720,000/= p.a.

FM: KShs. 8,255,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 22,860,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 8 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs. 33,150,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 91,800,000/= p.a.

FM: KShs. 16,575,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 45,900,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 9 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs.66,430,000 p.a.

TV: KShs. 183,960,000 p.a

FM: KShs.33,215 ,000/= p.a

TV: KShs. 91,930,000/= p.a.

Broadcaster with 10 frequencies in one site

FM: KShs.132,990,000 p.a.

TV: KShs. 368, 280,000 p.a.

FM: KShs.66,495 ,000/= p.a.

TV: KShs. 184, 140,000/= p.a.

The new charges are effective from 1st July 2013. A description of the frequency charging Zones A and B is provided on our website at http://www.cck.go.ke/licensing/spectrum/fees.html

Frequencies are national resources that should be distributed fairly and equitably.

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Francis W. Wangusi DIRECTOR GENERAL

-- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva twitter.com/lordmwesh kenya.or.ke | The Kenya we know

Hussein, Many thanks for this candid feedback. Your comments are noted and appreciated. Best regards, Wambua From: Ali Hussein [mailto:ali@hussein.me.ke] Sent: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 6:14 PM To: Wambua, Christopher Cc: Consumer and Public Affairs; KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions Subject: Re: [kictanet] FW: Commission reviews broadcasting frequencies fees.doc Wambua This is as it should be. I personally commend CCK for taking this step. It will go some way in reducing frequency and spectrum hoarding. On another note may I be allowed to make a constructive critique of the PR Practice at CCK. This is not addressed to you personally but to the C-Level executives at CCK and the ICT Ministry at large. There is a lot of discourse on this list on issues that touch on the mandate of CCK and the ministry. I have personally noticed that CCK desists from making any comments (at least the majority of times) on issues that touch on its mandate. There is usually a loud silence. This list as I believe is not to just criticize but to have a conversation so that we can improve this space. When you guys keep quite you make a nonsense of this. We want to engage with you and improve the lot of this country. Please consider re-evaluating this stance. Obviously this list is of use otherwise you wouldn't post press releases. I'm sorry if I'm coming across as 'Preachy' but the days of feeding press releases and ignoring every thing else are gone. Lets embrace this new dispensation. Thank you Ali Hussein CEO | 3mice interactive media Ltd Principal | Telemedia Africa Ltd +254 713 601113 "The future belongs to him who knows how to wait." - Russian Proverb Sent from my iPad On Jun 19, 2013, at 4:55 PM, "Wambua, Christopher" <Wambua@cck.go.ke<mailto:Wambua@cck.go.ke>> wrote: Listers, <image003.png><image004.jpg> 19th June April 2013 CCK reviews prices for broadcasting frequencies Broadcasters with more than one frequency per broadcast spot or site will from next month pay higher fees for the spectrum. The Commission today revised the broadcasting frequency fees in an attempt to address the existing disparities in the distribution and use of broadcasting spectrum in the country. The new charging methodology shall ensure fair distribution of broadcasting frequencies, and promote competition in the sub-sector. In addition, the methodology will enhance plurality and diversity of views and opinions as envisaged in the ICT Sector Policy Guidelines and the Kenya Information and Communications Act, CAP 411A. The new charges will be based on the following formula: New frequency fee payable per site = (2n-1) x current fee. Using this formula, the fee payable per site is as follows: No. of Frequencies Zone A (High Congestion Zone) Zone B (Low Congestion Zone) Broadcaster with 1 frequency in one site FM: KShs. 130,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 360,000/= p.a. FM: KShs. 65,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 180,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 2 frequencies in one site FM: KShs. 390,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 1,080,000/= p.a. FM: KShs. 195,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 540,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 3 frequencies in one site FM: KShs. 910,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 2,520,000/= p.a. FM: KShs. 455,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 1,260,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 4 frequencies in one site FM: KShs. 1,950,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 5,400,000/= p.a. FM: KShs. 975,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 2,700,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 5 frequencies in one site FM: KShs. 4,030,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 11,160,000/= p.a. FM: KShs. 2,015,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 5,580,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 6 frequencies in one site FM: KShs. 8,190,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 22,680,000/= p.a. FM: KShs. 4,095,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 11,340,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 7 frequencies in one site FM: KShs. 16,510,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 45,720,000/= p.a. FM: KShs. 8,255,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 22,860,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 8 frequencies in one site FM: KShs. 33,150,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 91,800,000/= p.a. FM: KShs. 16,575,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 45,900,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 9 frequencies in one site FM: KShs.66,430,000 p.a. TV: KShs. 183,960,000 p.a FM: KShs.33,215 ,000/= p.a TV: KShs. 91,930,000/= p.a. Broadcaster with 10 frequencies in one site FM: KShs.132,990,000 p.a. TV: KShs. 368, 280,000 p.a. FM: KShs.66,495 ,000/= p.a. TV: KShs. 184, 140,000/= p.a. The new charges are effective from 1st July 2013. A description of the frequency charging Zones A and B is provided on our website at http://www.cck.go.ke/licensing/spectrum/fees.html Frequencies are national resources that should be distributed fairly and equitably. <image009.png> Francis W. Wangusi DIRECTOR GENERAL <Commission reviews broadcasting frequencies fees.doc> _______________________________________________ kictanet mailing list kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke<mailto:kictanet@lists.kictanet.or.ke> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. 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