Botswana is the first African country to issue a crypto license, establishing a regulatory framework for virtual assets.
Starlink’s Speed Advantage Is Starting to Pressure Africa’s Broadband Providers
Starlink outperformed local internet service providers in 22 of the 23 Sub-Saharan African markets analyzed. Only Madagascar had faster median download performance from domestic providers due to its investment in fiber infrastructure.
Licensed, banned, undecided? Here’s the state of crypto licensing in Africa
Botswana became the first African country to issue a crypto license with the Virtual Assets Act in 2022. South Africa's Financial Sector Conduct Authority approved 248 crypto licenses by the end of 2024.
Starlink price in Africa: full breakdown by country (March 2025)
Starlink began its African expansion in Nigeria in January 2023. The service has rapidly expanded to include countries like Benin, Botswana, and Ghana by early 2025.
Global accelerator Techstars enters Botswana to fuel startup growth
Launch of Techstars accelerator program in Botswana Provision of mentorship and funding to local startups
Starlink Extends Global Reach with Satellite Internet Launch in Botswana and Ghana
Starlink has officially launched its services in Botswana and Ghana, providing high-speed, low-latency Internet access to remote areas. The expansion is part of Starlink's efforts to bridge the digital divide and revolutionize Internet connectivity in underserved regions.
