Tech Labari - May 05, 2025
Airtel Africa Taps SpaceX’s Starlink to Boost Rural Internet Coverage
Airtel Africa announced a partnership with SpaceX to provide high-speed internet via Starlink. The satellite internet service is licensed in 9 of Airtel’s 14 operating countries.
Bendada.com - May 05, 2025
Airtel Africa teams up with SpaceX to expand Starlink internet in underserved regions
Airtel Africa signed a partnership with SpaceX to deploy Starlink’s satellite internet across nine African countries. The agreement aims to improve internet access in remote and underserved communities.
TechCabal - May 05, 2025
Airtel Africa partners SpaceX to expand Starlink to remote communities
Airtel Africa partners with SpaceX to bring Starlink's satellite internet to customers. The rollout will begin in Nigeria, Chad, Kenya, Zambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Niger, Madagascar, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Techpoint Africa - Apr 17, 2025
30% black ownership: Vodacom backs Starlink ban in South Africa
Vodacom supports ICASA's decision to prevent Starlink from operating in South Africa. The enforcement of BEE laws mandates at least 30% ownership by historically disadvantaged South Africans for telecom licenses.
Techpoint Africa - Apr 15, 2025
Starlink receives 10-year license to operate in Lesotho as South Africa pushback continues
Lesotho has granted Starlink a decade-long license for satellite internet services. The initiative aims to improve internet penetration in rural areas of Lesotho.