US EditionCongo grants licence to Starlink, reversing earlier ban
- In May 2025, the Democratic Republic of Congo granted Starlink DRC S.A. A license to operate internet services nationwide, reversing its earlier ban.
- This authorization followed the regularization of Starlink’s administrative status and replaces a March 2024 ban over national security concerns related to rebel groups.
- Starlink, a SpaceX subsidiary utilizing low Earth orbit satellites, plans to launch services in the DRC, where internet accessibility remains limited, reaching only about three in ten people as of 2023.
- Starlink’s recent licenses in several African countries reflect its 22nd market entry on the continent and plan to begin service in the DRC within days.
- This policy shift suggests a balance between expanding internet access in underserved areas and addressing security risks posed by ongoing regional conflicts.
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