{"id":64942,"date":"2025-03-10T06:43:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T06:43:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/starlink-serves-as-new-era-of-connectivity"},"modified":"2025-04-03T11:09:28","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T11:09:28","slug":"starlink-serves-as-new-era-of-connectivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/starlink-serves-as-new-era-of-connectivity","title":{"rendered":"Starlink Serves as New Era of Connectivity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Botswana. <\/strong><\/span><b>Botswana has taken a significant leap in its digital transformation with the launch of Starlink through I-Connect, an authorised seller of the satellite-based internet service.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The milestone event, which took place in Gaborone last week, signaled a new chapter in the country\u2019s efforts to enhance connectivity, bridge the digital divide, and unlock economic opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the launch, Minister for State President Mr Moeti Mohwasa emphasised the crucial role of internet access in modern economies, particularly in education, healthcare, and public service delivery.<\/p>\n<p>He acknowledged the longstanding challenges Botswana had faced, including limited infrastructure, high costs, and unstable connectivity particularly in rural areas. With Starlink\u2019s high-speed, low-latency satellite technology, these barriers could soon become a thing of the past.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis launch is not just about internet access it\u2019s about empowerment,\u201d Mohwasa said.<\/p>\n<p>He also noted that a connected Botswana meant better education for children, improved healthcare services, and new opportunities for businesses to thrive.<\/p>\n<p>According to the Managing Director of Tangerine Connect (T-Connect), Mr Billy Sekgororoane the impact of Starlink was expected to be far-reaching, particularly for businesses and communities in remote areas. Mr Sekgororoane highlighted this as one of the significance of adaptable internet solutions in Africa\u2019s diverse terrain.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfrica\u2019s landscape presents connectivity challenges, but solutions like Starlink ensure access even in the most remote areas,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>He also said Botswana was ahead in licensing I-Link to expand high-speed internet nationwide.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBy bridging the digital divide, we empower businesses and communities, linking them to global opportunities,&#8221; he added.<\/p>\n<p>Shedding the light on the introduction of Starlink, Mr Sekgororoane mentioned that it aligned with Botswana\u2019s ambitions to position itself as a digitally advanced nation.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe satellite service is expected to provide reliable, fast, and affordable internet to underserved areas, enabling entrepreneurs, students, and professionals to connect with the world like never before,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Botswana<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Botswana. 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