Amazon Kuiper lands in Nigeria, but it isn’t chasing Starlink’s customers
Amazon's Project Kuiper is expected to launch in Nigeria in 2026, following regulatory approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission. Starlink has been operational in Nigeria since January 30, 2023, focusing on rapid subscriber growth with a plug-and-play model.
Next Wave: Is satellite internet the future of connectivity in Africa?
Only 39% of Africa's population has access to the internet, compared to the global average of 60%. Big Tech firms like Meta and Google are collaborating with local ISPs to lay undersea cables.
