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Is Elon Musk's Starlink in Africa a blessing or curse?

October 11, 2024

Starlink is expanding into Africa. By the end of 2024, than half the continent will be connected to the satellite constellation owned and operated by Elon Musk's SpaceX. It promises high-speed internet even in remote regions. But where does that leave local providers?

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Johan Brockschmidt Journalist with a focus on sports, culture and AI, who likes to tell stories in a creative way