Starlink’s South Africa launch faces regulatory turbulence amid BEE compliance debate
- ICASA issued a warning to South Africans using unlicensed Starlink services.
- Starlink has not submitted a formal application for operating licenses in South Africa.
- The government proposed 'equity equivalent' alternatives to existing Black ownership requirements.
Tech In Africa - May 31, 2025
ICASA Warns Against Illegal Starlink Use as BEE Debate Heats Up
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has warned citizens against using S
The situation surrounding Starlink's operations in South Africa raises significant ethical and regulatory questions. While fostering innovation is crucial, it should not come at the expense of established economic policies aimed at promoting equity and transformation. The proposed changes appear to cater to a foreign entity, which could undermine public trust in the regulatory framework.
