John Matisonn: Obstacles to the Musk-Ramaphosa Starlink bromance

The GNU faces a challenging test as President Cyril Ramaphosa courts Elon Musk to bring Starlink's satellite internet to South Africa. While Starlink could provide vital internet access to rural areas, Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) legislation remains a major obstacle, requiring 30% local ownership. Despite Starlink's successful launches across Africa, regulatory hurdles in South Africa persist. Meanwhile, the government's slow digital migration hampers broadcasting access, impacting millions of households.

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By John Matisonn

The new-broom momentum of the GNU will be sorely tested by the budding bromance between South African born billionaire Elon Musk and President Cyril Ramaphosa.

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