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Let me be clear. If the South African elected government was serious about providing computer programming and robotics as a learning subject in all rural schools and also internet connectivity then the CSIR could long have delivered the solution through TV whitespaces. We do not need Elon Musk or Starlink if we want to serve our rural schools, farmers and peasants. TV Whitespaces are enough to cover all that. Our problems are ochestrated by the mafia state and groups of right wing white supremacists. We do not have technology problems here, Enkosi: The CSIR (Council for Scientific and Industrial Research) in South Africa is a leader in Television Whitespace (TVWS) technology, using the unused frequencies between TV channels (470-694 MHz) for affordable, long-range broadband internet in rural and underserved areas. Their research led to the development of a White Space Spectrum Database (WSDB) that allows devices to find and use these frequencies without interfering with TV broadcasts, enabling connections for schools, businesses, and communities, reducing the digital divide. Key Aspects of CSIR's TVWS Work: Technology: CSIR developed dynamic spectrum access tools, including geo-location databases (GLSDB), to manage TVWS. Benefits: TVWS offers long-range (up to 10km) and obstacle-penetrating connectivity, ideal for rural and township environments where traditional Wi-Fi struggles. Applications: Used for affordable fixed wireless broadband, smart agriculture, digital education, and health services. Projects: Collaborated with ICASA, UNDP, and local SMMEs to deploy networks in rural areas, connecting schools and businesses. Innovation: The CSIR's database has received certification (e.g., from UK's Ofcom) for commercial use, showcasing local innovation with global potential. In essence, CSIR leverages these "empty" TV channels to bring vital digital connectivity to unconnected communities in South Africa.

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