Draft:ICASA se Push
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Introduction
[edit]Starlink is a satellite internet constellation project developed by SpaceX. It aims to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband internet services to remote and underserved areas globally. The constellation consists of thousands of small satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) working in combination with ground transceivers.
ICASAsePUSH
[edit]ICASAsePUSH is a company based in Mozambique and South Africa, specializing in the sale and configuration of Starlink satellite Internet kits. The company provides an alternative internet solution in South Africa.[1], despite facing regulatory challenges from the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA).[2]
Services and Offerings
[edit]ICASAsePUSH offers Starlink kits for a one-time price, which includes hardware, setup, the first month's subscription, and nationwide shipping. These kits aim to provide high-speed internet access in areas where traditional fiber connections are unavailable or infeasible. ICASAsePUSH handles the sale, setup, and initial subscription but does not manage ongoing subscriptions or host accounts.
Market Context and Regulatory Challenges
[edit]The introduction of Starlink in South Africa has faced regulatory hurdles, primarily from ICASA. SpaceX has deemed the South African market a "low priority" due to these challenges. The regulatory issues are partly attributed to the country's policies on Black Economic Empowerment (BEE), implemented by the African National Congress (ANC) through the Minister of Communications.[3] While neighboring countries have approved Starlink services, South Africa's stringent regulatory framework has delayed its approval[4]
Competitors and Market Dynamics
[edit]In South Africa, ICASAsePUSH competes with providers like Starsat Africa.[5] Starsat Africa recently absorbed customers from IT-Lec after ICASA issued a cease and desist order against IT-Lec.[6] Despite the competition, ICASAsePUSH's entry into the market indicates growing interest and demand for satellite-based internet solutions in the region.
Performance
[edit]While Starlink's satellite internet service may not match the performance of fiber-optic connections, it has demonstrated impressive capabilities, particularly in remote and underserved areas. ICASAsePUSH aims to bridge the digital divide[7], providing reliable internet access where it is most needed.[8]
Future Prospects
[edit]ICASAsePUSH anticipates changes in the regulatory landscape in South Africa that may allow for broader adoption of satellite internet technologies. The company aims to expand its offerings as regulatory conditions evolve to support diverse internet solutions.[9]
References
[edit]- ^ Illidge, Myles (18 October 2023). "Starlink explosion in South Africa — ICASAsePush enters the game". mybroadband.
- ^ Moyo, Admire (2023-11-29). "ICASA takes note of 'illegal' Starlink services in SA". ITWeb. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
- ^ Crouth, Georgina (2024-04-28). "Snuffed out — Starlink's South African customers out in the cold as Musk's company terminates unapproved service". Daily Maverick. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
- ^ Labuschagne, Hanno (5 June 2024). "Starlink's BEE headache". mybroadband.
- ^ "StarSat Africa slashes price for Starlink kits in South Africa despite a ban". 2024-02-06. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
- ^ Labuschagne, Hanno (28 May 2024). "Unauthorised South African Starlink reseller shuts down". mybroadband.
- ^ Cumbi, Valter (2024-07-01). "Bridging the digital divide - Starlink now available in Madagascar". FurtherAfrica. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
- ^ Labuschagne, Hanno (30 April 2024). "Starlink speeds and prices wiping the floor with South Africa's legal satellite Internet". mybroadband.
- ^ "ICASAsePUSH | Get reliable internet anywhere in Africa". www.icasasepush.com. Retrieved 2024-07-22.