Starlink is coming to Africa, but who will use it?
Sometime between July and September this year, Starlink expects to go live in two African countries: Nigeria, and Mozambique.
The SpaceX-owned service, which provides internet connectivity using thousands of satellites in space, announced on May 27 that it has received regulatory approvals from both countries. Nigeria gave Starlink two licenses that took effect on May 1 and will expire in 2027 and 2032. The service is registered as an entity in the Victoria Island area of Lagos state.
After securing the approvals, Starlink is asking consumers to order installation kits by making a $99 deposit. Some enthusiasts, like the tech YouTuber Fisayo Fosudo, have obliged, eager to see what it delivers.
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