Tag: Satellite Network

Vodafone Group, a leading global telecommunications company, has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Amazon’s Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO) satellite network, Amazon Leo, to connect remote 4G and 5G base stations across ...

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is set to embrace satellite-enabled mobile connectivity, prioritising Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite services as a key technology for expanding network coverage between 2025 and 2030. This ...

In Angola, President João Lourenço has officially established the Angolan Space Agency, marking a significant step towards enhancing the nation's technological autonomy and optimising the use of satellite data. This ...

Namibia's Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) has unveiled plans to collaborate strategically with the Angolan government to use AngoSat-2, Angola's national communications satellite. This partnership aims to enhance ...

Morocco is emerging as a key player in Africa's space landscape, as detailed in a recent report by the Africa Centre for Strategic Studies. According to Morocco World News, Temidayo ...

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) held a series of hearings yesterday, gathering various stakeholders to discuss its proposed licensing framework for satellite services. These discussions are part ...

BMA has learnt that Eutelsat CEO Eva Berneke has visited Nilesat's Cairo headquarters, where she met with Nilesat Chairman and CEO Sameh Katta to discuss strengthening the partnership between the ...

Emerging satellite technologies, particularly Low-Earth Orbit Satellites (LEOs), are increasingly viewed as promising solutions for Africa, especially in areas where traditional infrastructure deployment is challenging or economically unviable. Industry experts ...

Broadcast Media Africa has learnt that the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has launched its first satellite, Al Ain Sat-1, marking a significant milestone in the nation's space exploration journey. ...

Satcom company Viasat recently demonstrated direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity in Saudi Arabia for the first time in conjunction with Skylo. Viasat successfully sent satellite-enabled two-way and SoS messages to the ...