MSTelecom opts for Angosat-2 to enhance broadband
02 May 2024
MSTelecom will utilise the Angosat-2 telecoms satellite to improve broadband connectivity services in Angola.
The company signed a memorandum of understanding with the Angolan National Space Program Management Office (GGPEN). Under the terms of the agreement, MSTelecom will integrate its fibre optic and microwave transmission networks into the GGPEN satellite platform. This will accelerate the ISP’s network coverage to reach more people.
Find out more TRL Space Rwanda targets country’s first satellite and equatorial constellation hub
02 May 2024
TRL Space Rwanda is spearheading an initiative to establish Africa’s first satellite and equatorial constellation hub.
This effort has garnered significant acclaim, with the President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, commending the initiative during his recent visit to the TRL Space office in Kigali, Rwanda.
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SES to buy Intelsat
30 April 2024
SES S.A. and Intelsat S.A. have announced an agreement for SES to acquire Intelsat through the purchase of 100% of the equity of Intelsat Holdings S.a.r.l. for a cash consideration of $3.1 billion and certain contingent value rights.
Find out more Ghana approves Starlink’s application
29 April 2024
The National Communications Authority of Ghana (NCA) has approved the application of SpaceX Starlink GH LTD to provide satellite broadband internet services in the country.
The NCA announced that the administrative procedures for the issuance of the operating license are underway and should be completed shortly.
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