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IN CONVERSATION WITH THABISA FAYE, serves as a Councillor the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa.

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World Radio Day is celebrated annually on 13 February to recognise radio as
one of the most trusted, accessible, and powerful mediums of
communication worldwide. In South Africa, radio remains a vital platform for
information sharing, education, cultural preservation, and democratic
participation, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
This year’s theme, “Radio and Artificial Intelligence,” highlights the growing
influence of AI technologies in content production, news gathering, audience
analytics, language processing, and broadcast automation. While AI presents
exciting opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and improved audience
engagement, it also raises important regulatory, ethical, and policy
considerations. As the regulator of South Africa’s communications,
broadcasting, and postal sectors, the Independent Communications
Authority of South Africa (ICASA) plays a crucial role in ensuring that
technological advancements including AI in broadcasting, align with public
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interest, fairness, diversity, competition, and constitutional values.
13 Feb English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews

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