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Airtel Africa has partnered with SpaceX's Starlink to bring Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity to its customers across 14 African countries, including Kenya, with a service rollout expected to begin in 2026. This collaboration is designed to bridge coverage gaps where traditional terrestrial infrastructure is lacking. In a separate partnership, Showmax has integrated Airtel Money into its payment system. This allows Kenyan subscribers to pay for their memberships directly from their mobile wallets. In the electric mobility sector, BasiGo has launched a new electric vehicle charging hub at the Shell Athi River service station. This opening marks its third such collaboration with Shell in Kenya and aims to support electric buses operating along the Kitengela and greater Athi River corridor.
Airtel Africa has partnered with SpaceX's Starlink to bring Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity to its 174 million customers across 14 African countries, including Kenya. This collaboration aims to bridge coverage gaps in areas where traditional terrestrial infrastructure is lacking, with service rollout expected to begin in 2026.
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BasiGo has launched a new electric vehicle charging hub at the Shell Athi River service station, marking its third such collaboration with Shell in Kenya. This strategic location aims to support electric buses operating along the Kitengela and greater Athi River corridor, expanding electric mobility infrastructure beyond Nairobi's city limits.
Summary & AnalysisShowmax has integrated Airtel Money into its payment system, allowing Kenyan subscribers to pay for memberships directly from their mobile wallets. This move aims to simplify recurring payments in a market with low credit card penetration and enhance Showmax's competitiveness against platforms like Netflix and Prime Video.
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