ACDP Responce to Telkom Threat

[neio]

Sent: 04 August 2005 03:39 PM
To: AA ACDP internal
Subject: Speed up alternative to Telkom - ACDP

Issued by the African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP)

ATTENTION: NEWS EDITORS

For immediate release

4 August 2005

Speed up alternative to Telkom - ACDP

We are appalled by Telkom's response to the intended new rules to be drawn up by the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) aimed at reducing the cost of high-speed internet services.

Such rules would not only improve services but also ensure that customers and small businesses can use these services without suffocating under hefty charges.

Telkom's arrogance - built on the fact that they are a monopoly - demonstrates that we urgently need another operator.

ICASA must show its independence and not back down from their intention to prevent Telkom from overcharging its clients.

We call for urgent attention to be paid to this matter in order to ensure that South Africans will have a viable alternative soon.

Selby Khumalo, MP
ACDP Spokesperson - Communications

 

[ettubrute]

Good! Some stars are due to the ACDP!

 

[Debbie]

Very nice that the parties are now getting involved. Nice one ACDP, now we want to hear you critting Telkom on the floor. I will be watching Parliamentary TV.