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Techpoint Africa - May 28, 2025
Starlink’s South Africa launch faces regulatory turbulence amid BEE compliance debate
ICASA issued a warning to South Africans using unlicensed Starlink services. Starlink has not submitted a formal application for operating licenses in South Africa.
TechCabal - May 23, 2025
Starlink’s South Africa future still uncertain after Ramaphosa–Trump–Musk talks
President Cyril Ramaphosa, Donald Trump, and Elon Musk held a high-stakes meeting regarding Starlink's operations in South Africa. ICASA stated that Starlink has not yet applied for a license to operate in South Africa.
Techpoint Africa - Apr 17, 2025
30% black ownership: Vodacom backs Starlink ban in South Africa
Vodacom supports ICASA's decision to prevent Starlink from operating in South Africa. The enforcement of BEE laws mandates at least 30% ownership by historically disadvantaged South Africans for telecom licenses.
Techpoint Africa - Feb 06, 2025
Elon Musk's Starlink expansion into South Africa stalls after regulatory hearing withdrawal
Starlink withdraws from ICASA regulatory hearings. SpaceX fails to appear for scheduled presentation.
Techpoint Africa - Dec 06, 2024
Yellow Card’s working to secure crypto asset licence in Nigeria
Yellow Card is securing regulatory approval from Nigeria's SEC for a CASP license. OX Delivers has made a $163 million investment to launch a franchise in East Africa.