Low Earth Orbit (LEO) internet operator Eutelsat OneWeb has revealed plans to bring LEO connectivity to Sub-Saharan Africa. The company, which is part of Eutelsat Group has signed an agreement with NEC XON, a leading African ICT integrator to roll out the service in the region. This is in line with our commitment to equipping businesses across the continent with solutions that drive growth and innovation,” said Wally Beelders, Executive Communications Solutions at NEC XON. Cyril Dujardin, General Manager of Connectivity at Eutelsat OneWeb said “By teaming up with NEC XON, Eutelsat OneWeb is positioning its satellite prowess with regional expertise to reshape connectivity in Sub-Saharan Africa. This partnership demonstrates the LEO’s power to transcend geographical constraints and unlock new applications such as connected agriculture, connected mine sites, connected enterprise and local government e-services.

Source: Daily Nation November 14, 2023 22:34 UTC