Ten reasons for joining ISPA
- ISPA is a proactive industry representative body (IRB) representing the interests of its members and working for the common good of the industry as a whole.
- The Electronic Communications and Transactions Act provides significant immunity from liability to Internet service providers for content that is hosted on, or transited through their network. This limitation only applies if the service provider is a member of a recognised IRB.
- ISPA uses its credible reputation, expertise and good relationships with the relevant authorities to negotiate with the appropriate governmental bodies for equitable solutions for its members. This also ensures that many regulatory requirements are dealt with as quickly and efficiently as is feasible.
- ISPA develops and provides members with legal information, advisories, assistance and research results, saving members time, money and resources.
- ISPA members abide by a Code of Conduct and the IRB guidelines indicating to customers that these ISPs conduct their businesses according to ethical principles.
- ISPA members are through the general meetings and many workshops held throughout the year afforded the opportunity to discuss, express opinions and vote, thereby offering a democratic platform in which to deal with industry-related issues.
- ISPA members are encouraged to join one of the many working groups to contribute to the association’s initiatives and activities.
- ISPA has a dedicated Secretariat to assist with queries and to keep members informed on all relevant issues.
- Members have access to the Internet Exchanges (JINX and CINX) which encourages the local routing of Internet traffic not destined for international locations, thereby saving on costs.
- Members are provided with an opportunity to either sponsor or contribute in some way to the highly successful joint ISPA/UniForum SA “Train the Teacher” social development initiative.
