SpaceX’s Starlink launched high-speed internet in Chad, its 24th African market

On July 3, 2025, SpaceX’s Starlink, a trailblazing satellite internet network, launched its high-speed services in Chad, marking its 24th African market.

Announced by Elon Musk on X and confirmed via Starlink’s official availability map, this milestone is a transformative leap for Chad, a nation grappling with inconsistent internet and limited infrastructure, especially since early 2024.

Fueled by a constellation of over 6,000 low-Earth orbit satellites, Starlink delivers lightning-fast connectivity with speeds ranging from 50 to 250 Mbps, bridging the digital divide for both remote villages and bustling urban centers.

Following regulatory talks that began in 2021, Chad now joins the ranks of African nations like Nigeria and Kenya, where Starlink is redefining telecommunications.

This disruptive technology promises to challenge local internet providers, fostering competition that could drive improved services and more affordable pricing.

Beyond connectivity, Starlink’s arrival unlocks vast potential for Chad’s economy and society, empowering e-commerce ventures, enabling cutting-edge telemedicine, and revolutionizing access to online education. As Chad steps into this new era of digital inclusion, Starlink’s impact is poised to reshape opportunities and aspirations across the nation.