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What is RICA?

RICA is the Regulation of Interception of Communications and Provision of Communication-Related Information Act. RICA is the new law from the South African Government that requires everyone to register all cellphone numbers from 1 July 2009.

Why must you register?

• RICA is a legal requirement from Government and all customers with cellphone numbers on cellular networks in SA must comply with the law.
• You can help to make South Africa a safer place, as this law aims to help law enforcement agencies to identify the users of cellphone numbers
  and track  criminals using cellphones for illegal activities.

Which cellphone numbers must be registered?

All contract and prepaid cellphone numbers and data SIM cards must be registered:
• New numbers – in order to have your number activated
• Existing numbers – to ensure that your number does not get disconnected and your number lost

Where do you register?

You can register at most stores where you can buy a starter pack. For more information, contact your cellular network’s Customer Care Centre or visit their website.

What information and documentation do you need to take with you to register?

You are required to register the following information:
• Cellphone number
• Full names and surname
• ID number or passport number. You will need to show one of the following documents as proof of identity: - green barcoded ID document - temporary ID or passport
• One physical address. You will need to show any document that includes
your name and residential address such as a bank statement, municipal rates, cellphone or retail account (not older than three (3) months), existing lease, rental or credit agreement, insurance policy, current TV or motor vehicle licence.
• If you live in an informal settlement you can provide a letter and/or from a school, church or retail store where you receive your post (this letter must be on an letterhead or have the stamp of the school, church or retail store).
• Registration must be done in person to your identity.

How much will it cost you to register?

RICA is absolutely free!

When must you register?

• You must register for RICA from 1 July 2009.
• From this date onwards, all new cellphone numbers will have to be registered to be activated on a cellular network in South Africa.
• Customers with existing cellphone numbers that are already active on a South
African cellular network will have 18 months from the effective date.
• Existing cellphone numbers that are not registered at the end of this period will be disconnected from the cellular network until they are registered.

What is going to be done with your information?

All information will be kept in a secure database by your cellular network and will be confidential.