Starlink Satellite Internet Launches In Zambia

SpaceX has officially launched its Starlink satellite internet service in Zambia, making it the sixth country in Africa to receive the high-speed, uncapped service. Citizens can now place orders for their Starlink kits directly on the company's website.

Starlink uses a constellation of thousands of satellites in low Earth orbit to provide internet access to users around the world. The service is particularly well-suited for rural and underserved areas, where traditional internet infrastructure is often lacking.

The company plans to expand its coverage over the coming months.

In addition to the standard Starlink dish, SpaceX also offers a Flat High-Performance dish that is geared towards professional and business users with more demanding broadband requirements.

The launch of Starlink in Zambia is a significant development for the country's internet infrastructure. According to the World Bank, only 44% of Zambians have access to the internet and those who do often face high costs and slow speeds.

Starlink could help bridge the digital divide and provide millions of Zambians with high-speed internet for the first time.

In addition to the benefits for consumers, Starlink could also have a positive impact on Zambia's economy as the service could attract new businesses and investment to the country, and create jobs in the telecommunications sector.

The launch of Starlink in Zambia is part of a broader trend of SpaceX expanding its satellite internet service across Africa. In 2023, Starlink launched in Nigeria, Kenya, Mozambique, Rwanda, and Malawi. It is also scheduled to go live in Angola and Eswatini before the end of the year.