NAKASERO, KAMPALA — President Yoweri Museveni has officially confirmed that Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet service, is set to launch in Uganda, signaling a significant development in the nation’s digital infrastructure.

The President’s announcement followed a meeting in Nakasero with Starlink representatives. Museveni expressed his appreciation for the company’s commitment to providing affordable internet access, particularly in Uganda’s often-underserved remote regions.

“I appreciate their commitment to providing low-cost internet in hard-to-reach areas and establishing a presence in Uganda. They are welcome,” Museveni stated.

This confirmation indicates that Starlink’s plans to enter the Ugandan market are progressing, following the company’s application for a license.1 Starlink aims to deliver high-speed, low-latency internet coverage across the country.

Yesterday in Nakasero, I had a productive meeting with Starlink representatives, Ben MacWilliams and Brandi Oliver, brought to me by Ambassador Adonia and Ambassador Popp. I appreciate their commitment to providing low-cost internet in hard-to-reach areas and establishing a… pic.twitter.com/fRRrb7Z5Wn

— Yoweri K Museveni (@KagutaMuseveni) April 29, 2025

The potential arrival of Starlink holds considerable implications for Uganda. The company’s technology offers a means to overcome the limitations of traditional internet infrastructure, which often struggles to reach rural and remote areas.

Starlink’s coverage maps show plans to provide services to numerous Ugandan districts, including major urban centers and more remote locations. This widespread coverage has the potential to transform access to information and online services for many Ugandans.

While specific pricing details for Uganda are pending, the introduction of Starlink is expected to improve access to essential online services, such as:

• Education: Enabling remote learning and access to online educational resources.
• Healthcare: Facilitating telemedicine and improved healthcare delivery in remote areas.
• Economic Development: Supporting businesses and entrepreneurs with reliable internet access.