A satellite communications company that provides broadband services globally through a constellation of low Earth orbit satellites.
South Africa’s broadband future is being decided in orbit, not in Pretoria
Icasa advises satellite operators to buy existing licenses rather than expect new ones. The Electronic Communications Act restricts Icasa from issuing new network licenses until a policy direction is provided.
Icasa’s blunt message to Starlink and other satellite operators
Icasa has confirmed that satellite operators cannot obtain new network licenses directly for constellation services in South Africa. Prospective operators must negotiate with existing license holders to acquire necessary licenses.
Seacom launches a satellite service two months after a subsea cable disruption
Seacom has launched a low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite service in South Africa, expanding beyond its subsea cable operations. The service is now available to enterprise clients, offering LEO satellite connectivity for their network infrastructure and business.
