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Elon Musk's Starlink halts new orders in Lagos and Abuja
Starlink has paused new internet kit orders in Lagos and Abuja after hitting capacity, with rising prices and regulatory hurdles weighing on Nigerian users.
Elon Musk’s Starlink reconnects Nigeria after regulatory halt
The expansion comes after significant upgrades to network capacity, aimed at boosting connectivity in Africa’s most populous nation.
Elon Musk's SpaceX to invest $28 million to expand Starlink in South Africa
The proposed investment aims to provide free high-speed broadband connectivity to 5,000 rural schools, reaching 2.4 million children nationwide.
Ghana gives Elon Musk’s Starlink one-month deadline to comply with regulations
The move aligns with Ghana’s broader push to tighten oversight of big tech and ensure equitable participation in its growing digital economy.
Elon Musk's SpaceX, Airtel Africa partner to expand rural connectivity
SpaceX and Airtel Africa team up to roll out Starlink’s low-latency internet, aiming to bridge rural Africa’s digital divide with satellite connectivity.
Elon Musk’s Starlink wins Congo license after earlier ban
Congo lifts ban on Elon Musk’s Starlink, clearing the way for satellite internet in underserved regions amid efforts to expand access across Africa.
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Elon Musk’s Starlink gains ground in Lesotho and Somalia
The move comes as countries across the continent ramp up efforts to improve digital connectivity and attract foreign investment.
Kenya’s satellite communication push challenges Starlink, other competitors
Kenya's push to benefit from the growing satellite internet industry could pose financial challenges for providers like Starlink.
Elon Musk’s Starlink halts orders in Nigeria until price hike is approved
Starlink halts new residential kit orders in Nigeria, citing regulatory hurdles over its proposed price adjustments.
Elon Musk’s Starlink introduces portable kit in Kenya amid expansion push in Africa
Dubbed the ‘Starlink Mini,’ the kit, priced at Ksh27,000 ($210), is significantly cheaper than the existing Ksh45,500 ($354) standard package.
Elon Musk’s Starlink plans South Africa launch despite regulatory hurdles
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa confirmed the discussions, underscoring the potential for deeper collaboration with the U.S. billionaire.
Elon Musk’s Starlink reaches 100th country milestone with Sierra Leone launch
This comes a year after Starlink secured approval to operate in Sierra Leone, becoming the fifth African country to grant it an operational license.
After expanding to 99 countries, Elon Musk’s Starlink secures approval in Zimbabwe
Launched in Africa in 2022, Starlink has rapidly expanded its footprint, with Elon Musk emphasizing the company’s commitment to operating wherever legally permitted.
Elon Musk’s Starlink cuts hardware price in Nigeria by 45 percent as naira strengthens
The recent crash in hardware prices to N440,000 is linked to the recent strengthening of the Nigerian naira against the U.S. dollar.