Section 73, The National Communications Authority Act, 2022

(1) The Authority shall issue a unified licence based onthe following - (a) an unsolicited expression of interest and application by a person or body; and (b) a public tender by the Authority. Limitation on number of unified Issuing (g) proof of the applicant being financially capable, such as an audited list and description of financial statements, annual reports, or detailed description of financial backing; (h) proof of the applicant’s electronic communications operating and management expertise; and (i) any other information as the Authority may require. (4) Any applicant for a unified licence using frequency bands that are competitive shall in addition to the requirements under subsection (3), submit the following- (a) a network plan and configuration for deployment; (b) technical specifications and manuals of equipment to be used; and (c) a list and description of products and services to be offered. (5) Applicants whose authorization or licence has been suspended or revoked in or outside Sierra Leone shall not apply for a licence.