Satellite-Enabled Telecommunications Expansion in Africa
Sector: Raw Materials • Location: Multiple African countries including Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya
Source: TechAfrica News
This project involves the deployment and use of satellite technology, including Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations and Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite communication, to expand telecommunications coverage across Africa. It aims to provide cellular backhaul in remote areas, enable direct satellite-to-mobile device connectivity, and support various sectors such as healthcare, education,
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Raw Materials, Telecommunications, Education, Government
- Location
- Nigeria
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- TechAfrica News
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Original status | under implementation |
Taiyo status | Prospective |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | This project involves the deployment and use of satellite technology, including Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations and Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite communication, to expand telecommunications coverage across Africa. It aims to provide cellular backhaul in remote areas, enable direct satellite-to-mobile device connectivity, and support various sectors such as healthcare, education, agriculture, and disaster management. Key initiatives include the use of Starlink's LEO satellites by Africa Mobile Networks for cellular backhaul, NASRDA's collaboration with Galaxy Space for D2D deployment in Nigeria, and Yahsat's Skyphone service for satellite-enabled mobile communication in remote areas. |
Original sector | Telecommunications |
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Country | Nigeria |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Raw Materials, Telecommunications, Education, Government |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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