Amazon Leo will launch in South Africa in 2027, beating Starlink in Musk’s homeland
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Amazon Leo will launch satellite internet in South Africa in 2027, partnering with local provider Herotel. Starlink has avoided South Africa because Musk refuses to comply with rules requiring foreign telecom firms to sell a stake to Black owners, a requirement Amazon appears willing to meet.
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