Tag: Satellite Network

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 ...

According to industry reports, Elon Musk's Starlink has temporarily suspended orders for residential internet kits across Nigeria. The hold will remain until approval from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for ...

Broadcast Media Africa has learnt that Sony Space Communications Corporation (SSCC) and Astro Digital US, Inc. (Astro Digital) have signed a contract to design, manufacture, and launch two micro-satellites. Each ...

Broadcast Media Africa has learnt that Satellite communication players, including Starlink and Project Kuiper, have told the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India that Indian mobile operators are creating a false ...

Moroccan firm Panafsat and Thales Alenia Space recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop a Moroccan satellite communications system. The system will provide very high-throughput services (VHTS) to ...

Eutelsat Group announced the successful launch and deployment of 20 satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO), further strengthening the OneWeb constellation. The satellites were launched aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9, which ...