(e) the need to exercise care in dealing with individuals’ privacy; and
(f) the need to accommodate diversity of opinion; and
(g) Broadcast stations must adhere to regulations and guidelines
issued for fair coverage during elections.
4.3.6 Market Regime
This policy will foster pluralism, efficiency and fair competition and
increased reliance on market forces in the provision of broadcasting services.
Consequently, competition in the sub-sector will be enhanced through
licensing of more radio and television stations.
The Government will establish a framework within which different players
will be licensed in the various market segments to promote efficiency in the
sector.
4.4 LICENSING OF BROADCASTING SERVICES
Any person wishing to provide broadcasting services will be required to
obtain the necessary licences.
Broadcasters, including those re-broadcasting free-to air programmes will be
required to meet the prescribed local content levels.
The broadcasting services will be licensed according to the following
categories:
(a) Free-to-air radio;
(b) Free-to-air television;
(c) Satellite-free-to-air radio;
(d) Satellite-free-to-air television;
(e) Satellite-subscription television;
(f) Satellite-subscription radio;
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