.
ADMIN
[COMPANY NAME]
, MEDIA POLICY AND REGULATION 2.1 The nature of media
and communication policy: [20 marks:500 words] Read the
Broadband Policy for South Africa. You are expected to read this
policy along with your study materials in to answer the questions
that follows. 2.1.1 Provide your own overview of what the
Broadband Policy is all about in a paragraph. Cite the policy as a
source consulted (4 marks). 2.1.2 Define policy as a process and
indicate what problem the Broadband Policy seeks to address.
Your answer should be able to demonstrate how the new media or
internet is presenting new challenges to the policymakers. (6
marks) 2.1.3 What stage of the policy cycle do you think the
Broadband Policy is currently at? You need to conduct your own
research in order to determine the stage of the policy. (5 marks)
2.1.4 Identify and discuss the phase of communication policy
paradigm that encompasses the Broadband Policy. (5 marks)
2.1.1 Overview of the Broadband Policy
The Broadband Policy for South Africa outlines the government's
strategic approach to enhancing and expanding broadband access
across the country. It aims to ensure affordable, high-speed
internet connectivity to bridge the digital divide and promote
socio-economic development. The policy emphasizes
infrastructure development, regulatory frameworks, and
partnerships to facilitate widespread broadband availability. It
targets both urban and rural areas to ensure equitable access,
fostering digital inclusion and driving economic growth. [Source:
South African Broadband Policy, 2023]
2.1.2 Definition of Policy as a Process and Problem Addressed
ADMIN
[COMPANY NAME]
, MEDIA POLICY AND REGULATION 2.1 The nature of media
and communication policy: [20 marks:500 words] Read the
Broadband Policy for South Africa. You are expected to read this
policy along with your study materials in to answer the questions
that follows. 2.1.1 Provide your own overview of what the
Broadband Policy is all about in a paragraph. Cite the policy as a
source consulted (4 marks). 2.1.2 Define policy as a process and
indicate what problem the Broadband Policy seeks to address.
Your answer should be able to demonstrate how the new media or
internet is presenting new challenges to the policymakers. (6
marks) 2.1.3 What stage of the policy cycle do you think the
Broadband Policy is currently at? You need to conduct your own
research in order to determine the stage of the policy. (5 marks)
2.1.4 Identify and discuss the phase of communication policy
paradigm that encompasses the Broadband Policy. (5 marks)
2.1.1 Overview of the Broadband Policy
The Broadband Policy for South Africa outlines the government's
strategic approach to enhancing and expanding broadband access
across the country. It aims to ensure affordable, high-speed
internet connectivity to bridge the digital divide and promote
socio-economic development. The policy emphasizes
infrastructure development, regulatory frameworks, and
partnerships to facilitate widespread broadband availability. It
targets both urban and rural areas to ensure equitable access,
fostering digital inclusion and driving economic growth. [Source:
South African Broadband Policy, 2023]
2.1.2 Definition of Policy as a Process and Problem Addressed
