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Airtel Africa Partners with SpaceX to Expand Starlink Internet Access in Remote Regions

Telecommunications giant, Airtel Africa, has signed a landmark agreement with SpaceX to deploy Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet services across the continent, in a major boost for digital inclusion and connectivity in underserved regions.

The strategic partnership will integrate Starlink’s advanced satellite technology into Airtel Africa’s infrastructure, expanding internet access to remote areas, including schools, healthcare facilities, and small businesses.

According to Airtel, SpaceX has already secured operating licenses in nine out of the 14 African countries where the telecoms operator is present. Licensing efforts for the remaining five countries are currently ongoing.

“This partnership with SpaceX is a significant step to demonstrate our continued commitment to advancing Africa’s digital economy through strategic investments and partnerships,” said Airtel Africa CEO, Sunil Taldar. “Next-generation satellite connectivity will ensure that every individual, business, and community have reliable and affordable voice and data connectivity—even in the most remote parts of Africa.”

For SpaceX, the partnership provides access to Airtel’s vast ground infrastructure across Africa, enabling Starlink to scale its presence and support broader digital transformation efforts on the continent.

“The team at Airtel has played a pivotal role in Africa’s telecom story, so working with them to complement our direct offering across Africa makes great sense for our business,” a Starlink spokesperson said.

Starlink, which is already active in more than 20 African countries, sees this partnership as an opportunity to deepen collaboration with regional operators, further driving economic empowerment and reliable internet access.

The move reflects a growing trend among mobile network operators to partner with satellite internet providers—once seen as competitors—to expand their reach. In Nigeria and other markets, Starlink has been gaining traction at the expense of traditional internet service providers, prompting telcos to rethink their strategies.

Last year, MTN Group revealed ongoing engagements with multiple satellite providers, including Starlink. Enterprise-grade trials are already underway in Rwanda and Nigeria. MTN is also exploring direct-to-cell trials with Lynk Global in South Africa and Ghana, alongside discussions with AST SpaceMobile for trials in Nigeria and South Sudan, and a pilot project with Eutelsat OneWeb in South Africa.

As demand for internet access in Africa continues to grow, collaborations like the Airtel-SpaceX deal may prove vital in closing the digital divide and ensuring no community is left behind in the continent’s digital revolution.

 
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