South Africa really needed Starlink. Now, it needs Starlink like it needs a ransomware attack. Has the country’s bureaucracy helped us dodge a bullet?
Local mobile network operators close a strong 2025, while eyeing AI, 5G and satellite technologies to drive growth in 2026.
Vodacom, Vodafone and Project Kuiper will begin deploying services in Africa and Europe when Amazon’s production satellites come online.
The DStv operator tells the regulator it is not clear how the proposed framework will impact satellites that are already in orbit.
The regulator hears divergent views on its proposed licensing framework for satellite services, as SpaceX snubs the hearings.
The South African Broadcasting Corporation is looking to enter a revenue-sharing partnership for a direct-to-home satellite solution.
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Avanti plans to offer hands-on training in satellite operations, networking and space engineering.
The Liquid Intelligent Technologies unit partners Intelsat to improve availability of connectivity during power disruptions.
The hub aims to meet the growing demand for uninterrupted telecoms services in Africa.
Sentech CEO Mlamli Booi discusses streaming and over-the-top services, saying regulation won’t stop these platforms coming into SA.
The data centres will be established across South Africa, as part of Sentech’s multi-dimensional objective to provide telecommunications services.
The local satellite aims to enhance the country’s technology sovereignty and self-reliance, says Sentech COO Tebogo Leshope.