Is Starlink too expensive for Africa? 2025 pricing breakdown for Nigeria and Kenya
Starlink offers high-speed internet access to underserved rural communities in Africa. The Starlink Standard Kit costs approximately ₦590,000 ($406.83) in Nigeria and KSh 49,900 ($386.07) in Kenya.
Starlink’s Kenya rebound lifts subscriber peak after months of stalled sign-ups
Starlink Kenya reached 19,460 active users in September 2025, its highest count since launch. The company paused urban sign-ups in December 2024 to manage congestion, which affected its growth.
Legend Internet moves to acquire ISP and microfinance bank
Legend Internet Plc is expanding into telecom and finance by acquiring a licensed Internet Service Provider and a microfinance bank. The company received approval to raise up to ₦150 billion in new capital and issue 10 billion ordinary shares.
IHS Towers’ $147M Q3 profit driven by naira gains, masking MTN churn
IHS Towers reported a profit of $147.4 million for the third quarter, reversing a loss from the previous year. The profit was primarily driven by a $353.6 million favorable swing in net finance costs due to the appreciation of the Nigerian naira.
Nigerian startups get funding boost
The Nigerian government is launching new funds through the iDICE programme to support startups in the creative and technology sectors. DailyPay, a startup founded by Temidayo Dauda, allows employees to access their salaries daily instead of monthly.
