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Airtel Africa Launches Commercial Starlink Direct-to-Device Service in the DRC

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Airtel Africa and Starlink have launched commercial satellite-to-mobile operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The service expands direct-to-device connectivity in the African market, linking compatible mobile devices to satellite infrastructure without relying solely on conventional terrestrial networks.

Discovered 2026-08-18T01:53:14.447961-07:00 | 2026-08-18T01:53:14.447961-07:00

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  • The launch marks a commercial deployment of satellite-to-mobile connectivity in the DRC, broadening the practical reach of satellite communications in Africa.
  • The Airtel-Starlink collaboration illustrates how satellite operators and mobile network providers are combining infrastructure to extend connectivity beyond conventional terrestrial coverage.

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