Airtel Africa said on Tuesday that it has struck a deal with SpaceX to introduce Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across all 14 of its African markets, including Nigeria, aiming to extend mobile coverage to areas without traditional network infrastructure.
Direct-to-Cell allows smartphones to connect directly to satellites, bypassing the need for mobile towers. The service is expected to go live in 2026, initially supporting…
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