Elon Musk’s highly anticipated satellite internet service, Starlink, has officially announced its pricing for the Ghanaian market, marking a significant step toward revolutionizing internet access in the country. According to the newly released pricing details, Ghanaians will need GH¢5,390 to set up the Starlink hardware with a monthly subscription fee of GH¢770. The service aims to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband internet via orbiting satellites, offering a game-changing alternative to traditional internet providers.
For ease of payment, Starlink has integrated MTN and AirtelTigo mobile money options, allowing prospective customers to conveniently pay for the hardware and monthly subscription fees.
In addition to the individual plans, Starlink is offering a service plan tailored to businesses, starting at GH¢1,078 per month with a hardware cost of GH¢44,275. This package is designed to meet the demands of businesses that require fast and reliable internet to keep their operations running smoothly.
The rollout of Starlink in Ghana follows the completion of all administrative and licensing procedures by the National Communications Authority (NCA). Earlier this year, the NCA announced that Starlink had been given the green light to operate under the name Space X Starlink GH LTD, bringing hope for better internet reliability in the wake of disruptions caused by underwater cable cuts.
With Ghana joining other African nations like Nigeria, Mozambique, and Rwanda in welcoming Starlink, the service is poised to enhance internet connectivity across the continent. Future expansions are expected in Egypt, Benin, Senegal, Kenya, Togo, and Tanzania.
The response to Starlink’s pricing has been overwhelmingly positive. Yaw Antwi, a producer for the Building Bytes podcast, says that the pricing is fair considering the service’s benefits. Likewise, George Appiah, a strategic technology consultant, expressed his excitement, sharing that he placed a pre-order deposit back in April 2021, eagerly anticipating this moment. “I always told my colleagues I wouldn’t believe Starlink is live in Ghana until I got an invitation to purchase a kit. That day has finally come,” he shared. With Starlink’s official launch, the future of internet access in Ghana is looking faster and brighter.
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