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Starlink Launches Satellite Internet in Lesotho, Expands Across Africa

6/25/2025

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SpaceX's Starlink has made waves in Lesotho by launching satellite internet, marking a historic first for the nation. Meanwhile, service sign-ups have resumed in Nairobi, Kenya. Despite facing scrutiny over local ownership, Starlink continues to broaden its footprint across Africa, now reaching over 18 countries and providing high-speed internet to underserved regions, albeit at a premium price.

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SpaceX's Starlink has made waves in Lesotho by launching satellite internet, marking a historic first for the nation. Meanwhile, service sign-ups have resumed in Nairobi, Kenya. Despite facing scrutiny over local ownership, Starlink continues to broaden its footprint across Africa, now reaching over 18 countries and providing high-speed internet to underserved regions, albeit at a premium price.