logo
Questions? +1 (202) 335-3939 Login
Set Up FREE Account Submit Release
Trusted News Since 1995
A service for technology industry professionals · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 913,622,617 Articles · 3+ Million Readers
Home  •••  Newswires by Industry  •  Countries  •  U.S. States  •  World Media Directory
Satellites News  •••  Topics  •  Countries  •  U.S. States
East Africa Satellites News  •••  Topics  •  East Africa Media Directory

East Africa Satellites Newswire

  • Published on 08:37 GMT

    Uganda licenses Starlink as Africa satellite internet rollout expands

    Nyombi and Starlink representative Ryan Goodnight share documents at State House to confirm the company can start business in Uganda   Starlink is already operational in several African countries including Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia …

    Source: Independent (Uganda) - Center-left
  • Published on 13:44 GMT

    South African guns for top job at ATU

    Cynthia Lesufi is looking to be the next secretary-general of the African Telecommunications Union. Seasoned ICT policymaker and diplomat Cynthia Lesufi is the first woman contesting for the role of secretary-general (SG) of the African Telecommunications …

    Source: ITWeb - Pending
  • Published on 04:45 GMT

    NEMA RAMKHELAWAN-BHANA | Could AI break Africa’s risk premium trap?

    Share current article via EmailShare current article via FacebookShare current article via TwitterShare current article via LinkedIn The global appetite for data is insatiable and generative AI is redefining productivity at record speed. But for African …

    Source: Business Day - Neutral
  • Published on May 18, 2026

    Africa CEO Forum 2026: Seven Moments Where Africa’s Next Growth Model Was Redefined in Kigali

    KIGALI — The Africa CEO Forum (ACF) 2026 in Kigali marked a decisive moment in the evolution of the continent’s most influential business gathering. What began in 2012 as a high-level meeting between African executives and policymakers has matured into a …

    Source: KT Press Rwanda - Gov't Propaganda
  • Published on May 18, 2026

    Uganda grants licence to Starlink

    Uganda has become the 28th African country to grant permission to SpaceX’s Starlink broadband-by-satellite system. President Museveni announced the deal, noting Starlink’s commitment to complying with Ugandan laws and regulations. Museveni said that he had …

    Source: Advanced Television - Neutral
  • Published on May 18, 2026

    Uganda grants operating license to Starlink

    Uganda granted an operating license to Starlink, the satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk, allowing the company to begin operations in the East African nation. Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni announced the decision in a post published 15 May on …

    Source: Telecompaper - Neutral
  • Published on May 18, 2026

    Transport protests hit Kenya over rising fuel prices

    NAIROBI - Public transport was largely shut down and protesters barricaded roads in Kenya on Monday as a strike was called over a fuel price hike triggered by the Middle East war. Kenya is one of many African countries dependent on fuel imports from the …

    Source: Eye Witness News - Neutral
  • Published on May 17, 2026

    Tanzania Integrates AI Into National Disaster Management Infrastructure to Predict Climate Disasters

    The Tanzanian government has announced a sweeping integration of artificial intelligence into its national disaster management infrastructure, marking a shift from reactive emergency relief to proactive, data-driven climate resilience. The deployment comes …

    Source: iAfrica - Neutral
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Why insurance could become East Africa’s next economic lifeline

    Kigali. The African Reinsurance Corporation (Africa Re), a pan-African reinsurance institution owned by African states, insurers and development finance institutions, is urging African governments to treat insurance and reinsurance as strategic economic …

    Source: The Citizen - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 17, 2026

    Cabinet approves MoUs to be signed with Tanzania, Angola and South Africa

    Staff Reporter CABINET has approved the signing of several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between Namibia and other African countries to facilitate collaboration in the fields of prison services, satellite communications and labour relations. This …

    Source: Informante - Pending
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Africa told to invest in own satellite infrastructure as digital race gathers pace

    Kigali. African governments are being urged to invest in the continent’s own satellite and digital infrastructure as satellite internet rapidly emerges as the next frontier of global connectivity. A new report released in Kigali, Rwanda, on Friday, May 15 …

    Source: The Citizen - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Uganda says it grants operating license to Elon Musk's Starlink

    KAMPALA: Uganda has granted a license to Elon Musk's satellite internet firm Starlink to operate in the East African country, President Yoweri Museveni said in a post on X ‌on Friday. Starlink, ⁠a ⁠unit of SpaceX, has been rapidly expanding across …

    Source: ETTelecom.com - Pending
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Elon Musk’s Starlink secures approval to operate in Uganda after prolonged regulatory standoff

    Uganda has granted an operating licence to Starlink, the satellite internet company owned by Elon Musk, marking the company’s entry into another East African market after months of regulatory uncertainty. President Yoweri Museveni announced on X that he …

    Source: Business Insider Africa - Neutral
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Uganda grants Elon Musk’s Starlink licence to provide satellite internet services

    Kampala. Uganda has granted a licence to Elon Musk’s satellite internet company Starlink to operate in the country, President Yoweri Museveni announced in a post on X on Friday. Starlink, a subsidiary of SpaceX, has been rapidly expanding across Africa and …

    Source: The Citizen - Indeterminate
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Some Kenyans say revamped statehouse looks like Ruto’s Kilgoris home

    Some Kenyans heavily criticised the revamped State House in Nairobi, expressing mixed reactions over its new design A section compared its appearance to President William Ruto’s Kilgoris residence, sparking debate online Despite the backlash, others …

    Source: TUKO - Neutral
  • Published on May 13, 2026

    AzamTV locks in World Cup rights in East Africa

    AzamTV, the Tanzania-based pay-TV broadcaster, has snapped up rights in eight East African markets to soccer’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup men’s flagship tournament. The new agreement will see AzazmTV air all 104 games live across Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda …

    Source: Sportcal - Pending
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Drones are making Sudan's war even deadlier for civilians

    By FATMA KHALED CAIRO (AP) — Drone warfare has become the deadliest threat to civilians in Sudan 's conflict and both the military and the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces are being supplied by a number of countries in the Middle East and beyond …

    Source: Daily State News - Delaware - Neutral
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    World AP Drones are making Sudan's war even deadlier for civilians

    CAIRO (AP) — Drone warfare has become the deadliest threat to civilians in Sudan 's conflict and both the military and the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces are being supplied by a number of countries in the Middle East and beyond, experts say. “ …

    Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Drones are making Sudan’s war even deadlier for civilians

    CAIRO (AP) — Drone warfare has become the deadliest threat to civilians in Sudan ‘s conflict and both the military and the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces are being supplied by a number of countries in the Middle East and beyond, experts say. “ …

    Source: Associated Press - Neutral

06 days 13:42:01

Featured Releases

Got News to Share? · Submit · See All
Got news to share? Submit it now.
Load more satellites news or search news using your own keywords. There are 913,622,617 articles in our news database.

Online News Monitoring Made Simple

Established in 1995, EIN Newsdesk helps millions of users track breaking news across thousands of trusted websites. Users may set up custom email newsletters and RSS feeds or search among thousands of preset news sections. As a member, you may also submit your own news using the EIN Presswire distribution service. Membership is free and we do not sell or lease any information about you. Press release distribution, dedicated APIs, and custom services generate the revenue that allow us to offer you free basic access.

News by Country & by Industry

Worldwide News Coverage

Track news across more than 5,000 sources by country or industry or search our real-time news index.

Satellites News by Country >
Satellites News by U.S. State >
Satellites News Topics >
Online News Publications >
World News Report >

News Alerts & News Feeds

Custom News Monitoring

News page results can be outputted as RSS or received daily by email. You may also use our NewsPlugin for WordPress.

Create Email Newsletter >
Create RSS Feed >
NewsPlugin for WordPress >

Submit News

PR Distribution Service

Our EIN Presswire's distribution footprint reaches millions. You can upload news which is re-published through EIN Newsdesk, fed into Twitter and Facebook, and onto partner sites, Google News, Bing News, etc.

EIN Presswire >
Events >

World Media Directory

News Media Guide

This is a listing of the world’s TV stations, radio stations, newspapers, and blogs. Last update: 05/13/2026

World Media Directory >

Technology Press Releases

Got News to Share? · Submit · See All
Got news to share? Submit it now.

Technology Events

See All

No event was found.

Become a Member - Join Today!
Join thousands of professionals. Stay current. Stay competitive.
  • Track news from thousands of sources
  • Submit news sources for inclusion in our news tracking algorithm
  • Build your own customized email newsletters
  • Use of our RSS Feeds
  • Includes a complimentary EIN Presswire account plus 1-free release
  • Uncluttered & advertising free news pages

Satellites News Today by EIN Newsdesk & EIN Presswire (a press release distribution service)

Follow EIN Presswire on Facebook, LinkedIn and Substack

Newsmatics Inc., 1025 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20036 · Contact · About

© 1995-2026 Newsmatics Inc. · All Rights Reserved · General Terms & Conditions · Privacy Policy · Cookie Settings

By continuing to use this site, you agree to our Terms & Conditions, last updated on September 30, 2025.