The Geopolitics of Satellite Connectivity in Africa

Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations represent a groundbreaking shift in global connectivity, with far-reaching implications for Africa’s political and economic development. However, harnessing its full potential will require navigating complex geopolitical terrain and ensuring that access doesn’t come at the cost of digital sovereignty.

Expectation State’s Verengai Mabika contributes to this co-authored discussion piece on the impact of LEO satellites, particularly Starlink, on Africa’s connectivity gap and its geopolitical implications.

Full article here: https://ecdpm.org/work/geopolitics-satellite-connectivity-and-africa-europe-digital-partnership