Starlink, the internet satellite company has officially launched services in South Sudan with the approval of the country’s National Communications Authority (NCA).
According to a report from Tech Africa News, the NCA approved the tariff proposals submitted by Starlink, which have also been released publicly.
Details
South Sudanese customers will need to register with the service and make payments in South Sudanese pounds, equivalent to the US dollar prices set by Starlink.
The NCA also stated that Starlink will soon select local distributors to manage the distribution of its services and equipment within the country.
By The Numbers
According to data, South Sudan reportedly has 1.36 million internet users as of January 2024, or a penetration rate of 12.1%.
The Big Picture
With the launch in South Sudan, Starlink will officially operate in 12 African countries with more countries scheduled to go online later this year including Ghana.
Source: Developing Telecoms
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