Luxembourg, February 26, 2026. SES Satellites and Africa Mobile Network (AMN) have strengthened connectivity across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), now supporting over 1,100 base stations and expanding population coverage by 27%. This milestone brings mobile network access closer to millions, particularly in rural communities. The demand for reliable connectivity across the region is clear, driven by the mission to bring rural DRC online. For AMN and SES, this increase represents countless individuals experiencing mobile network services for the first time, opening doors to new opportunities for communication, commerce, and development.
Through this collaboration, AMN installed 292 new mobile network base stations across the DRC, leveraging SES’s satellite capacity to deliver critical telecommunication services to more than 5.8 million people. Remarkably, these sites were deployed in just 90 days. Yet, the numbers tell only part of the story.
“Connecting to SES’ multi-orbit satellite network offers a multi-orbit constellation (GEO, MEO AND LEO) providing data connectivity services to over 1 billion people worldwide. This includes some of the most remote, unreachable parts of the globe. It is encouraging and inspiring to see how digital transformation has profoundly reshaped daily life across the DRC,” said Jean-Philippe Gillet, President of Fixed Data at SES.
By providing reliable connectivity, SES and AMN have empowered local entrepreneurs to scale their operations and access real-time market pricing. Students can leverage online resources to deepen their comprehension and academic performance, fostering a more knowledgeable generation. Healthcare delivery has been transformed, with local clinics now able to consult with external specialists in real time, ensuring more accurate diagnoses and better patient outcomes.
Source: https://spaceinafrica.com/2026/02/26/ses-and-africa-mobile-networksamn-connects-5-8-million-in-drc-expands-rural-mobile-coverage/