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Zimbabwe and the Starlink. The satellite internet service provider, is ceasing its operations in Zimbabwe.
According to reports from Techzim, Starlink users in the country received an email, informing them of the Zimbabwean government’s demand for the service shutdown.
With an estimated 5,000 users in Zimbabwe soil, Starlink has been a popular choice for internet connectivity, offering an affordable alternative to traditional providers.
Priced at approximately Kes. 5,000 per month ($38), Starlink provided users with unlimited internet access, making it a crucial service for many Zimbabweans.
The decision comes after the Zimbabwean telecoms regulator, POTRAZ, revealed in February that Starlink had not applied for the necessary license to operate in the country, despite expressing interest.
Consequently, users were operating the service unlawfully, prompting government action.
The news follows similar incidents in other African countries, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where Starlink users faced similar shutdowns due to licensing issues.
While discussions between the Zimbabwean government and Starlink officials regarding licensing were reportedly ongoing last month, the abrupt shutdown has left many users without their primary internet connection.
