The Migration Conference in South Africa brought together leaders from various sectors to discuss the role of migration in shaping development. Minister Ramokgopa emphasized the importance of a unified approach and welldefined pathways for migrants. South Africa’s multicultural identity owes its origins to various migrations, but policies must be carefully managed to avoid negative consequences for vulnerable groups. The conference highlighted the South African value of Ubuntu, symbolizing humanity and respect for human rights, as a foundation for policies and legislation.
The South African government is committed to modernizing its broadcasting infrastructure and aiding stakeholders in recovering from economic challenges by implementing a twostep approach to its Broadcast Digital Migration program. This effort involves switching off analogue broadcasting and transitioning to digital technologies, known as digital migration.
The Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Mondli Gungubele, has announced a significant update on South Africa’s Broadcast Digital Migration (BDM) program. This longawaited implementation aims to enhance the nation’s media services and release muchneeded spectrum for future innovations. ## ASO Date for South Africa
In February 2023, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced in his State of the Nation Address that South Africa would complete the transition to digital television signal by the end of the year. This marked a critical milestone in the switchoff of analogue transmission that had been announced in December 2022.
The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies has been working relentlessly with its portfolio entities to ensure Western Cape’s readiness for the switchoff of analogue television transmission and the end of dual illumination. To assess the progress made on the Broadcast Digital Migration (BDM) programme in the region, the Honorable Minister Mondli Gungubele, the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, will visit Grabouw on 18 May 2023, located in Theewaterkloof Local Municipality, Western Cape Province.