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South Africa Pursues Satellite Internet to Bridge Digital Divide

8/1/2025

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South Africa is taking bold steps to enhance rural connectivity by exploring satellite internet solutions. Communications Minister Solly Malatsi recently met with the China Satellite Network Company, which plans to deploy nearly 13,000 low-Earth orbit satellites to rival Starlink. This initiative aims to forge partnerships that will bridge the digital divide and provide affordable broadband access for all.

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South Africa is taking bold steps to enhance rural connectivity by exploring satellite internet solutions. Communications Minister Solly Malatsi recently met with the China Satellite Network Company, which plans to deploy nearly 13,000 low-Earth orbit satellites to rival Starlink. This initiative aims to forge partnerships that will bridge the digital divide and provide affordable broadband access for all.