Why Airtel is looking to space to close Nigeria’s connectivity gap
TechCabal | 19.12.2025 17:09
On December 17, 2025, Airtel Africa signed an agreement with SpaceX to introduce Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across Airtel Africa’s 14 markets, including Nigeria. The deal allows compatible 4G and 5G smartphones to connect directly to satellites when terrestrial networks are unavailable, without requiring satellite dishes or special consumer equipment.
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