Spectranet, Starlink, and FibreOne control nearly 70% of Nigeria’s internet market
Spectranet, Starlink, and FibreOne control 69.58% of Nigeria's ISP market as of Q4 2025. Spectranet leads with 108,525 active subscribers, followed by Starlink with 91,991 and FibreOne with 44,413.
Satellite Internet Operators Like Starlink Will Pay A Lot More To Operate in Kenya
The cost of the International Gateway Systems and Services (IGSS) license has increased nearly tenfold, starting at KES 15 million for 15 years. A separate Landing Rights Authorization license costing $25,000 plus a $500 application fee is also being introduced.
Kenya reviews Airtel–Starlink satellite-to-phone deal
Kenya's Communications Authority is reviewing Airtel's proposed partnership with SpaceX for satellite-to-phone technology. The review aims to assess potential interference with existing mobile networks and ensure compatibility with 3G, 4G, and 5G services.
