Is Safaricom threatened by Starlink
Techpoint Africa | Crystal-Agnes Joseph - Aug 29, 2024
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WasokoMaxABSafaricomDaniel YuBelal El-Megharbel
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  • The merger between Wasoko and MaxAB, hailed as Africa's largest startup merger, was announced in Q4 2023.
  • The new combined entity will be led by Daniel Yu, CEO of Wasoko, and Belal El-Megharbel, CEO of MaxAB.
  • Safaricom has proposed that satellite internet providers like Starlink partner with a local licensee in Kenya.
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The merger between Wasoko and MaxAB is a significant development in the African startup ecosystem. It has the potential to create a stronger and more competitive entity in the market. Safaricom's proposal regarding satellite internet providers reflects their concerns about regulatory oversight and competition. It will be interesting to see how these developments unfold and impact the tech industry in Africa.
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