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Universal Service and Access FundRef: https://usaasa.org.za/pxl-template/main-hidden-panel/

Official source

Source domain: usaasa.org.za

Collected on 17 June 2026

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What this means

This document text is a website homepage/navigation content for the Universal Service and Access Agency of South Africa (USAASA) and its related Universal Service and Access Fund (USAF). It describes USAASA’s purpose and mission to bridge the digital divide, lists sections such as USAF projects, research, tenders, and downloads, and includes a statement that there are currently no available tenders. It also references a “Draft USAF Manual” for public comment and shows links to annual reports and performance documents.

What this document offers

Read out of this document by Govermate's AI, in its own words. Each one quotes the line it came from — confirm on the official source before acting.

public consultationOngoing

Public Comment on the Draft USAF Manual

The public is invited to review and submit feedback on the Draft USAF Manual, which outlines policies and procedures for the Universal Service and Access Fund. This opportunity allows individuals and organisations to contribute to national digital policy development.

Who it is for
members of the public, civil society, researchers, industry stakeholders
How to act on it
Visit the USAASA website, navigate to the Draft USAF Manual section, read the document, and submit written comments.
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Draft USAF Manual - Available for Public comment
tender opportunityClosing date not stated

Tenders for USAF Projects

The Universal Service and Access Fund (USAF) periodically invites bids for infrastructure and service delivery projects aimed at connecting underserved and rural communities. At present, no tenders are available, but interested parties can monitor the site for future opportunities.

Who it is for
contractors, service providers, ICT companies, bidders
How to act on it
Monitor the Tenders section on the USAASA website for announcements of new procurement opportunities.
Closes
Closing date not stated in the source
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As it stands currently the Universal Service and Access Agency of South Africa

Facts

Reference

https://usaasa.org.za/pxl-template/main-hidden-panel/

Parties

Rachel Kalidass (interim board, Carmen Cupidor (interim board, Busani Ngcaweni (interim board, Yolisa Kedama (interim board

Key Takeaways

  • Document is USAASA/USAF website homepage content (not a standalone gazette or formal notice)
  • USAASA established under the Electronic Communications Act (stated on page)
  • Mission/purpose: connect underserved and rural communities; deliver affordable, reliable connectivity and technology
  • Tenders section states: no available tenders at the moment
  • Mentions “Draft USAF Manual” available for public comment
  • Shows annual reports/performance documents links: Annual Reports 2017, 2018; Annual Performance Plan 2018; 2018 Performance Report; 2017
  • Universal Service and Access Agency of South Africa (USAASA)
  • Universal Service and Access Fund (USAF)
  • Thabiso Thukani (USAASA ACEO)
  • Mandla Mnisi (Chairperson, interim board member)
  • Rachel Kalidass (interim board member)
  • Carmen Cupidor (interim board member)
  • Busani Ngcaweni (interim board member)
  • Yolisa Kedama (interim board member)
  • Electronic Communications Act