Starlink Internet Services Coming to Nigeria Benefits SMEs
Space X's Starlink satellite internet network is coming to Nigeria, and it will likely help many of the country's SMEs in a variety of ways. Visit our blog to learn out about some of its features!
Space X is negotiating with the Nigerian government to introduce Starlink, its satellite Internet service provider to the country’s market. The company wants to use its near-earth satellites to beam broadband directly to consumers. This plan will be particularly beneficial for people in remote areas who lack the infrastructure to access broadband.
Convenience and Productivity for SMEs
Starlink is still in the beta phase, meaning there are still unsolved challenges before it goes mainstream, but the service is promising speeds of 50Mb/s to 150Mb/s and latency from 20ms to 40ms in most locations during the test period. These speeds will drastically reduce the amount of time it takes users to download, make smooth video calls, or play online games.
The cost of Starlink ($99 to pre-order, $499 for equipment setup, and $99/month for broadband Internet) may be expensive in a country where the mandated minimum wage is $80, but it is still a welcome alternative for SMEs in need of more middle to high-end solutions. When compared to current satellite Internet options in Nigeria and around Africa, Starlink’s costs are very competitive, and the company can provide very light and portable installation gear to the most remote places at a low cost and in a shorter amount of time for users.
This convenience of Starlink is a big advantage for SMEs that operate out of urban areas or those that need to constantly connect with partners or plants running operations in far-off places. It will also help boost e-commerce as more people and enterprises connect. The robust Nigerian terrain is a great place to start before Starlink starts to explore other African countries.
Perhaps the most significant benefit will be the introduction of a new competitor to compete with existing Internet service providers, lowering the cost of broadband Internet and improving service quality on a large scale across borders. While this move will not bring the Internet to the masses, it will increase the speed with which online orders are processed, connect local and foreign partners, and improve delivery. An improved Internet ecosystem will benefit everyone.
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