SpaceX’s Starlink Internet Service Available in Madagascar – Space in Africa

Key Highlights

• Starlink has officially announced that its high-speed, low-latency internet service is now available in Madagascar.

Starlink, the satellite telecommunications company, has officially announced on its X page (formerly Twitter) that its high-speed, low-latency internet service is now commercially available in Madagascar.

The journey towards this milestone began in April 2024 when Tahina Razafindramalo, Madagascar’s Minister of Digital Development, Posts, and Telecommunications, revealed that Starlink had secured the necessary approvals from the Malagasy government. The company was in the final stages of setting up its infrastructure and completing all regulatory requirements to obtain a satellite operator license.

The commercial launch was strategically scheduled for the third quarter of 2024, aligning with Starlink’s goal to expand its global internet coverage. This development is expected to enhance internet accessibility and connectivity in Madagascar significantly.

Starlink has successfully obtained regulatory approval to offer its services in 13 African countries. This significant milestone paves the way for the company to expand its high-speed, low-latency internet offerings across the continent, aiming to enhance connectivity in underserved regions.