Namibia gets Chinese satellite ground station

A shift to satellite-powered observation, along with increased use of data and AI are on the agenda as Kenya seeks to digitise its agricultural industry.

Israel will be working with the Southern African country to implement cooperation in innovation, skills development, satellites and other advanced technologies.

The satellite-powered community WiFi service provides high-speed connectivity to locations beyond the reach of terrestrial networks.

Elon Musk, SpaceX's CEO and chief engineer, announced the development on Wednesday.

The telco said the initiative, which uses Eutelsat's KONNECT satellite, represents a watershed moment in the company's commitment to digital inclusion, augmenting its existing portfolio of fibre and mobile broadband.

Government agencies said the project marked a milestone in enhancing accountability and enforcing compliance within Nigeria’s space and economic sectors.

The regulator is gathering information to guide decisions on spectrum management, coexistence with terrestrial networks, licensing models, competition, consumer protection, security, and investment incentives.

Spacecoin has secured a licence to launch satellite broadband in Kenya, challenging Starlink and signalling intensifying competition in Africa’s satellite internet market.

The regulator said opening the market to multiple satellite operators would improve service quality and expand broadband access, particularly in underserved areas.

Partnerships include a transmission license in Kenya for satellite IoT monitoring and connectivity expansion and continued work under an existing license in Nigeria.

The billionaire made a serious allegation on Thursday evening through the X platform, saying that the refusal to grant Starlink license was due to his race rather than regulatory or technical requirements.

The government said it recognises the unique nature of satellite technology and its potential to improve connectivity; however, Starlink, like other providers, must obtain a license.