Starlink in Africa: Two years later, the promise is visible but so are the cracks

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Two years after making its debut in Africa, Starlink has moved from futuristic concept to a visible, active player in the continent’s internet ecosystem. Launched first in Nigeria in early 2023 and gradually expanding to Kenya, Ghana, Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique, and beyond, the satellite internet provider arrived with the …

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