Uganda fast-tracks Starlink license after Museveni's order

Uganda edges closer to Starlink rollout after Museveni orders quick license approval.

Starlink licensing push

• President Museveni pushes regulators to speed up Starlink approval.
• Officials draft agreement for satellite internet operations in Uganda.
• Joint launch event planned with Museveni presiding.

Recent high-level talks

• State House Entebbe meeting included Starlink execs and UCC officials.
• Follow-up to the December session, where Museveni welcomed Ben MacWilliams and Brandi Oliver.
• Ambassador Adonia Ayebare helped facilitate both engagements.

Regulatory shift details

• Starlink avoids full telecom license fees of over twenty million dollars.
• New category likely for satellite data providers only.
• The company offers wholesale bandwidth to local operators.

Security and commitments

• Starlink pledges a local office plus ground station setup.
• Firm agrees to taxes, jobs, and startup support in Uganda.
• Nationwide coverage targets rural healthcare and education gaps.