Regulatory Watchdog Warns Against Using Starlink in South Africa 

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) has again, issued a warning, against the illegal use and provision of Starlink satellite broadband services within the country. This warning comes days after Starlink’s rival, OneWeb, launched its broadband service in South Africa. Starlink has been unable to secure an operating licence in South Africa due to its refusal to surrender a 30% stake in its service to historically disadvantaged groups. The regulator has issued a warning and outlined legal consequences for unauthorised use of Starlink services in the country. Those who do not have a license to provide electronic services could be fined up to R5 million or 10% of their annual turnover for each day the offence continues.