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Airtel and Starlink launch satellite service in Uganda

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 25
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What happened

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Airtel Uganda launched a satellite-to-mobile service in partnership with Starlink on September 25, 2026. This makes Uganda the second African nation to commercially adopt the technology, following the Democratic Republic of Congo. The service allows compatible smartphones to send SMS and WhatsApp messages in areas lacking ground network coverage.

From independent.co.ug

Why it matters

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The service aims to deliver 100% geographical coverage in Uganda, connecting hard-to-reach communities and potentially boosting tourism, according to ICT Minister Justine Kasule Lumumba. Airtel Uganda noted that the technology addresses persistent coverage gaps that traditional mobile networks face in remote areas.

From independent.co.ug

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • AirtelSpeculative

    Could expand market reach and revenue streams in Uganda through the new satellite service.

  • UgandaSpeculative

    May see increased tourism and digital enablement due to the successful adoption of satellite technology.

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