Zimbabwe approves Starlink licensing to expand rural internet access

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Zimbabwe approves Starlink licensing to expand rural internet access

Zimbabwe’s telecom regulator has approved the licensing of Elon Musk’s Starlink, enabling SpaceX’s satellite internet services in the country. This move aims to enhance high-speed, low-cost internet access, especially in rural areas. Starlink will operate through local partner IMC Communications. Currently, only 34.8% of Zimbabweans have internet access, dominated by three mobile operators. The approval follows government actions against unregis…