Safaricom's Ambitious Satellite Internet Venture Takes on Starlink

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Kenyan telecommunications company, Safaricom, has unveiled plans to enter the satellite Internet market, setting the stage for fierce competition with SpaceX's Starlink, an American space exploration firm. In a strategic move, Safaricom will join forces with AST SpaceMobile, a direct competitor to Starlink, to offer satellite-based Internet services.



AST SpaceMobile's Innovative Approach

Safaricom aims to leverage AST SpaceMobile's cutting-edge satellite technology to enhance its broadband services, spanning Wi-Fi, cellular networks, and fiber optic cables. AST SpaceMobile, a US-based company, is pioneering a space-oriented network that provides satellite-based Internet access to even the most remote locations.

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