Starlink Goes Live in Guinea-Bissau, Expanding Its West Africa Footprint
Starlink has officially launched in Guinea-Bissau, its seventh market in West Africa. The launch is expected to significantly boost internet connectivity in Guinea-Bissau, which has a 30% internet penetration rate.
Starlink launches in Guinea-Bissau, expanding satellite internet to one of Africa’s least connected nations
Guinea-Bissau has joined the Starlink satellite internet network after receiving full operational approval from the National Regulatory Authority. The country is now one of over 20 African nations connected via Starlink's low Earth orbit satellite system.
Telcos roll out the red tape for Starlink
South African telcos MTN, Vodacom, and Telkom are open to Starlink but demand a socio-economic impact assessment before allowing operations. Starlink's broadband service is seen as a threat to local telcos due to its affordability and speed.
Starlink disconnects South African users as regulators clamp down on grey market access
Starlink has suspended accounts of South African users accessing its service through international roaming. The disconnection follows pressure from South Africa’s telecoms regulator, ICASA, due to licensing issues.
MTN Zambia to Resell Starlink Internet to Boost Rural Connectivity
MTN Zambia has partnered with Starlink to expand high-speed internet access. The initiative targets rural and underserved areas in Zambia.
