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369 Starlink's Satellite Internet is Cheaper than Leading ISPs in Five African Countries

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EditorDavid @ Slashdot · 01/12/2025 22:34 EDT

Starlink's Satellite Internet is Cheaper than Leading ISPs in Five African Countries

"In at least five of the 16 African countries where the service is available, a monthly Starlink subscription is cheaper than the leading fixed internet service provider," reports Rest of World.
"Starlink, launched in 2019 by Elon Musk's SpaceX, has become the leading satellite internet provider in the world."
Now available in more than 100 countries, Starlink can also be a relatively affordable option for users trying to log on in countries with limited internet service providers... A Rest of World analys

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