The Minister of Information Communication Technology (ICT), Postal and Courier Services, Tatenda Mavetera, said that Starlink’s entry into Zimbabwe will promote economic development in marginalised communities by providing access to high-speed internet.
The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) has licensed several firms, including state-owned TelOne, Frampol, Dandemutande, and Paratus, as resellers of Starlink services in the country.
Currently, Aura Group and TelOne are the only local companies approved by POTRAZ to resell Starlink devices.
Speaking at the at the launch of Aura Group’s Starlink reseller partnership in Harare on Wednesday, 25 September, Mavetera said:
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Today marks a very important step in our telecommunications journey as a country, as we gather here to see the launch of a partnership between Starlink and Aura Group, a local company.
The introduction of low-orbit satellite technology, such as that which is being deployed by Starlink, represents a transformative opportunity for Zimbabwe’s underserved and marginalised communities.
This will foster economic development in areas that would previously be hindered by inadequate connectivity.
We realise that there is quite minimal connectivity in the rural areas. As government, we are there to make sure that we progress by us making sure that we avail connectivity, especially in the rural areas.
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Speaking at the same event, Aura Group CEO Samuelle Dimairho said that their partnership with Starlink will serve as a catalyst for empowering underserved communities.
He said this collaboration aims to improve healthcare services, enhance food security, expand access to information, and support value addition and beneficiation across various technologies—all made possible through affordable, high-speed internet. Added Dimairho:
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We can have mobile applications where we monitor our fields and actually monitor the amount of water that is being pumped.
We can also do this by having smart, mobile applications where we can monitor how much water is being pumped.
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Starlink, a satellite internet service developed by SpaceX, offers high-speed internet including in remote areas where traditional infrastructure is limited.
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Starlink, a satellite internet service by SpaceX, is coming to Zimbabwe. The Minister of ICT says it will help marginalized communities by providing fast internet. The government has licensed some companies to sell Starlink devices. This will improve connectivity in rural areas and boost economic development. Aura Group is partnering with Starlink to empower underserved communities. They plan to use high-speed internet for healthcare, agriculture, and information access. This technology will help monitor fields, water usage, and support various technologies. Starlink's arrival is seen as a game-changer for Zimbabwe's internet access.

Starlink A Game Changer In Zimbabwe's Marginalised Communities - Minister Mavetera

Aura Group has announced that it is now an officially licensed reseller of Starlink, the satellite internet service developed by SpaceX.
On Monday, September 16, Aura Group Chief Executive Officer Samuelle Dimairho revealed that an official launch event for the service is scheduled for September 24, 2024. Said Dimairho:
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Aura Group is proud to announce that we are now an officially licensed Reseller of Starlink, delivering high-speed, low-latency internet solutions to Zimbabwean businesses and institutions. Committed to enhancing connectivity and supporting technological growth, we deliver reliable internet services across various sectors.
We offer priority data, giving customers network precedence and consistently faster speeds. Additionally, customers on our priority plans will benefit from 24/7 prioritized support and a publicly routable IPv4 address.
We are excited to lead this technological shift, empowering Zimbabwean businesses to thrive in the digital economy. An official launch event for the service will take place on 24 September 2024.
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The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) issued two licenses to Starlink Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd on September 6, 2024: a telecommunications license for network services and a national Internet Services Provider license.
These licenses enable Starlink to offer Internet services across Zimbabwe using its Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network.
POTRAZ has also warned that selling or distributing Starlink user terminals without appropriate authorisation and clearance is a criminal offence.
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Aura Group, a local company, is now an official reseller of Starlink, a satellite internet service. They will provide fast and reliable internet to businesses and institutions in Zimbabwe. They will offer priority data and support, as well as an official launch event on September 24, 2024. Starlink has received licenses to operate in Zimbabwe and will use its satellite network to provide internet services. It is important to have proper authorization to sell or distribute Starlink terminals. This partnership will help Zimbabwean businesses thrive in the digital economy.

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