Starlink is in discussions with Morocco to deploy satellite internet over the Sahara, initiated in summer 2024 and advanced at the Qatar-Africa Business Forum in November 2024, led by VP Lauren Dreyer. The project awaits approval from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency.
Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk, is engaging in discussions with the Moroccan government to establish satellite services over the Sahara desert. Reports from Africa Intelligence indicate that these negotiations commenced in the summer of 2024 and gained momentum during the Qatar-Africa Business Forum, which took place in Marrakech in November 2024. At the forum, Starlink’s Vice President, Lauren Dreyer, spearheaded the discussions with Moroccan representatives.
The ongoing negotiations between Starlink and Moroccan authorities represent a significant step towards enhancing internet connectivity in the Sahara region. The success of this initiative hinges on the approval of the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT), which will play a crucial role in facilitating this deployment.
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