National Communication Act No. 24
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Objectives of the Fund.
The objectives of the Fund shall be as follows:
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(a)
focus the attention of communication operators towards rural population and encourage
expanded levels of communication penetration in rural and under-served areas;
(b)
improve broadband penetration in the country;
(c)
promote increased use of advanced tools and equipment and encourage broader utilization of
e-applications and e-services for both rural and urban areas of South Sudan;
(d)
enhance advancements in research and development within the field of communication and
promote use of advanced technologies.
Functions and Powers of the Fund.
(1)
The Fund shall have the following functions and powers which shall include implementing
Government policies related to the core principle of universal service and access.
(2)
Lay down policies, plans, programs, regulations and guidelines for bridging the
communication digital divide between the center and rural areas through promoting
communication service delivery to cover the entire population of South Sudan with special
emphasis given to unprivileged groups and hard-to-reach communities.
(3)
Set rules and regulations for planning and managing resources of the Fund in order to
achieve the core objective of universal service and access.
(4)
Coordinate activities and efforts with regional and international agencies promoting
universal service and access to leverage synergies and resources
(5)
Acquire and dispose of movable and immovable property upon approval of the Minister,
(6)
Recruit and retain staff of the Fund in accordance with approved budget and consistent with
Public Service laws and regulations
(7)
Develop programs for generating resources for the Fund including fees and charges for
services delivered in order to support the core goal of universal service and access.
(8)
Perform such other functions as are necessary to effectively execute the functions of the
Fund and achieve its goals.
Establishment of Board of Trustees of the Fund.
(1)
There shall be established a Board of Trustees which shall supervise the activities of the
Fund and support achievement of its objectives.
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