The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has granted authorisation to Blue Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary operating under Radio Electronic (Pty) Ltd’s license, to roll out Eutelsat OneWeb connectivity solutions nationwide. Operating from Low Earth Orbit, Eutelsat OneWeb’s satellite constellation provides high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity tailored for regions with inadequate or nonexistent ground-based network infrastructure.
The service primarily serves sectors including enterprises, governmental institutions, maritime operations, aviation, and essential infrastructure providers.
Alongside this initial market entry, recent developments involving Starlink are further defining Namibia’s LEO connectivity environment, with the company entering a public consultation phase as part of its regulatory engagement process. During the consultation, Starlink received public support for its proposed operations in the country, reflecting interest in expanded satellite-based connectivity and broader awareness of LEO services among local stakeholders.
Source: https://spaceinafrica.com/2026/01/19/blue-telecommunications-secures-regulatory-approval-for-eutelsat-oneweb-connectivity-in-namibia/