Starlink is negotiating with Moroccan authorities for satellite deployment in the Sahara, initiated in summer 2024 and advanced at the Qatar-Africa Business Forum. Lauren Dreyer, Starlink’s VP, is leading the talks, which hinge on approval from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT).
Starlink, a satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk, is currently in discussions with Moroccan officials to extend its services across the Sahara Desert. Reports from Africa Intelligence indicate that negotiations commenced in the summer of 2024 and intensified during the Qatar-Africa Business Forum in Marrakech, held in November 2024. Lauren Dreyer, the Vice President of Starlink, spearheaded these discussions on behalf of the company.
The successful implementation of Starlink’s services in the Moroccan Sahara is contingent upon securing approval from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT). The potential deployment highlights both the interest of international technology companies in expanding connectivity and the ongoing efforts of Morocco to enhance its telecommunications infrastructure.
In conclusion, the talks between Starlink and Moroccan authorities represent a significant step towards expanding internet connectivity in the Sahara. With further negotiations taking place and pending approval from the ANRT, this initiative could enhance telecommunications in the region and facilitate greater access to information and services for local populations.
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