CRAN

organization

Last mentioned: Mar 24, 2026

Timeline

  1. Official Prohibition

    CRAN issues a formal statement blocking all Starlink operations and warning of legal consequences for users.

  2. Grey Market Surge

    Reports emerge of widespread unauthorized Starlink use in rural Namibian lodges and farms.

  3. Initial Interest

    Starlink begins preliminary discussions with CRAN regarding market entry in Namibia.

Stories mentioning CRAN 1

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Namibia Blocks Starlink: A Regulatory Standoff Over Satellite Licensing

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has officially prohibited Elon Musk’s Starlink from operating within the country, citing a lack of required telecommunications licensing. This move highlights the growing tension between global satellite internet providers and national regulatory frameworks in Southern Africa.

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