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Nigeria Approves Amazon Leo's Satellite Internet Launch

1/16/2026

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The Nigeria Commission granted Amazon Leo a seven-year permit to operate its Low-Earth Orbit satellite constellation, with a February 28, 2026 launch.
This approval makes Nigeria one of the first African markets for Amazon Leo's internet service, offering up to 400 Mbps for residential users.
The permit authorizes connectivity services and enables Amazon Leo to compete with Starlink in densely populated areas, with enterprise speeds up to 1 Gbps.

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Story summary

The Nigeria Commission granted Amazon Leo a seven-year permit to operate its Low-Earth Orbit satellite constellation, with a February 28, 2026 launch.
This approval makes Nigeria one of the first African markets for Amazon Leo's internet service, offering up to 400 Mbps for residential users.
The permit authorizes connectivity services and enables Amazon Leo to compete with Starlink in densely populated areas, with enterprise speeds up to 1 Gbps.