In Africa, the lack of extensive terrestrial infrastructure limits widespread internet access, particularly in rural and remote areas. While optical fibre networks are mainly found in urban centres, alternative solutions like satellite connectivity are being pursued.
Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite broadband provider, is expanding its presence, offering high-speed, low-latency services in eight African countries with more launches planned. Eutelsat OneWeb’s satellite services are also present on the continent through partnerships with multiple entities.