Starlink, the satellite internet service by SpaceX, has expanded rapidly across Africa, but its rollout is phased by country.
✅ Available in:
- Nigeria 🇳🇬
- Kenya 🇰🇪
- Rwanda 🇷🇼
- Mozambique 🇲🇿
- Zambia 🇿🇲
- Ghana 🇬🇭
- Malawi 🇲🇼
- Mauritius 🇲🇺 (limited)
⚠️ Planned or pending regulatory approval in:
- Benin 🇧🇯
- Togo 🇹🇬
- Côte d’Ivoire 🇨🇮
- Senegal 🇸🇳
- South Africa 🇿🇦 (commercial launch expected in late 2025)
🛰️ Can you still use Starlink in Benin unofficially?
Technically, Starlink hardware can function in Benin if brought from a nearby supported country (like Nigeria or Ghana) and set to “roaming” mode. However:
- This use is not officially licensed
- Speed and coverage may vary
- You might face import or regulatory issues
📝 What to Expect
- Starlink’s official Benin launch depends on local regulatory approval.
- Some reports suggest discussions are ongoing between SpaceX and Beninese authorities.
- Launch could happen by late 2025 or 2026, depending on spectrum licensing and infrastructure readiness.
