{"id":121274,"date":"2026-03-29T09:42:52","date_gmt":"2026-03-29T09:42:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/airtel-space-x-test-starlinks-mobile-data-messaging"},"modified":"2026-03-29T10:13:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T10:13:11","slug":"airtel-space-x-test-starlinks-mobile-data-messaging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/airtel-space-x-test-starlinks-mobile-data-messaging","title":{"rendered":"Airtel, Space X Test Starlink&#8217;S Mobile Data, Messaging"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. <\/strong> <\/span><b>Airtel Africa and SpaceX have announced the successful testing of data and messaging services with Starlink Mobile in Kenya, marking a significant step toward bringing satellite-to-mobile connectivity to millions of people across Airtel Africa\u2019s 14 markets.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The testing was conducted in \u201cno connectivity\u201d areas\u2014locations where terrestrial mobile networks did not have a signal.<\/p>\n<p>In these areas, Starlink Mobile was seamlessly activated, allowing 4G-compatible smartphones to access Starlink\u2019s constellation of 650 launched satellites and remain connected.<\/p>\n<p>During this testing phase, the connectivity supported light-data applications such as WhatsApp calling and messaging, maps, Facebook Messenger, and successful financial transactions via the Airtel app. Users stayed connected to these services even in the most remote locations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are thrilled to move from announcement to actionable steps with our partners at SpaceX. This testing phase in Kenya is a testament to our commitment to expanding global access. By integrating Starlink Mobile\u2019s technology, we are ensuring that our customers remain connected even when they travel beyond our terrestrial network,&#8221; said Sunil Taldar, Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Africa<\/p>\n<p>Following this testing in Kenya, Airtel Africa and Starlink Mobile plan to use the insights gained to expand the service across Airtel Africa\u2019s 14 markets, including Uganda, in line with country-specific regulatory approvals.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the partners aim to launch voice calling and expanded data capabilities using Starlink Mobile V2 technology, which will enable broadband directly to mobile phones.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Uganda<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. 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