StarLink Halts Internet Services in Zimbabwe Due to Licensing Issues

Elon Musk’s StarLink has halted internet services to Zimbabwe until it receives licensing approval from the nation’s telecommunications regulator, a top official said. The Posts and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe said it asked StarLink to disconnect all kits that were illegally operating in the southern African nation, according to Gift Machengete, the director-general at the authority.

” Machengete said he spoke with billionaire Musk on Thursday and asked that SpaceX, Starlink’s parent company, first submit a formal application to provide services in Zimbabwe. “It was a very cordial meeting and he understood what we are doing,” Machengete said. “I don’t think it will take a very long time once they have submitted.” Trade in StarLink kits boomed in Zimbabwe, especially on the informal market.

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