Namibia

organization

Last mentioned: Mar 24, 2026

Timeline

  1. Official Confirmation

    CRAN publicly confirms the rejection, citing security and legal non-compliance.

  2. Initial Rejection Reports

    Internal sources indicate the license request was denied due to ownership issues.

  3. Regulatory Review

    CRAN begins technical and legal assessment of Starlink's operational model.

  4. Application Submitted

    Starlink files for a telecommunications service license in Namibia.

Stories mentioning Namibia 1

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Namibia Blocks Starlink Citing National Security and Legal Non-Compliance

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has officially rejected Starlink's application for a telecommunications license, citing significant national security risks and a failure to meet local ownership requirements. This decision highlights the growing tension between global satellite internet providers and national regulatory frameworks seeking to maintain digital sovereignty.

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