DogeDesigner(@cb_doge):NEWS: SpaceX is challenging South Africa’s telecom licence rules, saying costly licence transfers make it harder for new internet providers to compete. Local operator Easttel says buying a network licence and a service licence from existing holders can cost over R1 million, plus R84,738 per licence just to apply for the transfer. SpaceX called for direct applications in January. ICASA’s initial review backs up its concerns, and the regulator is giving the public 45 working days to comment on new network licences. That could remove one hurdle for Starlink. With the required approvals, it could bring high-speed internet to rural homes and schools with few options.

2026.11.10 13:05

NEWS: SpaceX is challenging South Africa’s telecom licence rules, saying costly licence transfers make it harder for new internet providers to compete. Local operator Easttel says buying a network licence and a service licence from existing holders can cost over R1 million, plus R84,738 per licence just to apply for the transfer. SpaceX called for direct applications in January. ICASA’s initial review backs up its concerns, and the regulator is giving the public 45 working days to comment on new network licences. That could remove one hurdle for Starlink. With the required approvals, it could bring high-speed internet to rural homes and schools with few options.