Starlink
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Opinion
China’s Starlink Rival Could Soon Make Satellite Internet Cheaper in Kenya and Africa
When Elon Musk’s Starlink officially landed in Kenya, it felt like a game-changer. Finally, blazing-fast internet from space, reaching even…
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EXTENDED | Newsletter
From AI Booms to Matatu Zooms: Your Week in Tech
AI boom hits Africa, Kenya's tech milestones, electric transport pilots, global rocket launches, and telecom wars shake the industry
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Announcements
Starlink Loses Over 2K Subscribers in Kenya, But Top 10 Fixed Internet Market Share Remains Unchanged
Insights At a Glance: Safaricom leads with 678K+ users; Jamii Telecom (Faiba) holds steady at #2 with 418K+ subscribers. Poa…
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News
Starlink Resumes Sign-Ups in Nairobi After a 7-Month Hiatus
Insights At a Glance: Starlink has reopened sign-ups in Nairobi and nearby counties after a 7-month pause. The freeze, caused…
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News
Airtel Africa and SpaceX Sign Agreement to Expand Starlink Connectivity Across the Continent
Airtel Africa partners with SpaceX to deliver Starlink satellite internet, expanding rural connectivity and enterprise services across multiple African countries.
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News
Kenya Targets Starlink with Massive Licensing Fee Hike in New Regulations
Kenya proposes a tenfold licensing fee hike for satellite ISPs, impacting Starlink and smaller providers while spurring debate.
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News
Paratus Kenya Launches to Enhance Starlink Services Amid Growing Demand
Paratus Kenya, in partnership with MoveOn Telecoms, launches to provide Starlink services, enhancing connectivity across Kenya's underserved regions.
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Announcements
Starlink Freezes New Sign-Ups in Nairobi Due to Capacity Limits
Starlink paused new subscriptions in Nairobi due to high demand and capacity limits, impacting internet access in surrounding Kenyan regions.
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News
Starlink Ends Roaming Service Across Africa
Starlink has removed its roaming service in Africa, limiting options for travelers and highlighting the need for local licensing.
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News
Starlink Becomes Kenya’s 10th-Largest ISP Within a Year
Starlink becomes Kenya’s 10th-largest ISP within a year, disrupting the market with affordable satellite internet and fast rural expansion.
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News
Starlink Mini Now Available in Kenya: Affordable Satellite Internet on the Go
Starlink Mini is now available in Kenya, offering affordable, portable satellite internet with plans starting at KES 1,300 monthly.
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News
Kituo Cha Sheria Files Lawsuit Against Safaricom and CA Over Starlink Expansion in Kenya
Kituo cha Sheria has sued Safaricom and regulators over Starlink, challenging attempts to limit access to affordable satellite internet.
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Opinion
Op-Ed: Starlink, Disruption, and the Future of Internet Regulation in Kenya
Starlink's entry in Kenya sparks debate on regulation, digital disruption, and the future of equitable internet access for all.
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News
Brazil Suspends Elon Musk’s X and Sanctions Starlink Amid Escalating Legal Feud
Brazil suspends Elon Musk's X and sanctions Starlink amid escalating legal battle over free speech, misinformation, and compliance issues.
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Opinion
Netflix’s Continued Struggle in Kenya: A Missed Opportunity Compared to Starlink’s Success with M-Pesa
Netflix's slow growth in Kenya contrasts with Starlink's success, due to Netflix's lack of M-Pesa integration and local payment options.