Starlink, the satellite Internet provider backed by SpaceX, has officially launched its services in Botswana and Ghana. This expansion brings high-speed, low-latency Internet access to remote areas in these African countries.
The company announced the launch on X, confirming that its services are now fully operational in both nations. In Ghana, the launch follows the National Communications Authority’s (NCA) announcement that Starlink had completed all necessary administrative and licensing procedures. The NCA had approved Starlink’s application to offer satellite broadband services in April.
For Ghanaian users, Starlink’s hardwaThe company’s low-Earth orbit satellite constellation aims to provide global coverage, offering high-speed Internet access in areas where traditional infrastructure is limited or non-existent. This technology has the potential to revolutionize Internet connectivity in Africa, where many regions still lack reliable broadband access.
Starlink’s entry into these markets could have far-reaching implications for education, healthcare, and economic development. Improved Internet access can facilitate remote learning, telemedicine, and e-commerce opportunities in previously underserved communities.re is priced at 5,390 Ghanaian Cedi (approximately US$344.40), with a monthly subscription fee of GHS770 (US$49.20). The company offers a 30-day trial without contracts or data caps, estimating a two-week shipping time for hardware.
