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Namibia has officially launched Eutelsat’s OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite service through Q-KON’s Twoobii-OneWeb platform, delivered locally by Echo Namibia and OCN.

The conference, attended by 140 delegates and supported by 24 sponsors, highlighted the growing role of low Earth orbit (Leo) satellite technology as part of South Africa’s evolving broadband landscape.

Be part of Africa’s digital transformation at Sentech Africa Tech Week 2026, hosted by Topco Media at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

ST Engineering iDirect has partnered with Q-KON to launch Intuition Unbound across Africa, enhancing satellite connectivity in the region.

Q-KON has announced a strategic partnership with SISTEC – Sistemas, Tecnologias e Indústria S.A. to deliver cutting-edge Twoobii Smart Satellite Services to the Angolan market. The collaboration combines Q-KON’s advanced multi-orbit satellite technology with SISTEC’s strong local expertise and national footprint, enabling resilient...

Q-KON has formed a strategic three-way alliance with Guodian Gaoke and StarWin to launch Tianqi LEO satellite-powered IoT services in South Africa. Q-KON will act as the authorized local service provider...

Within the broadband satellite industry, 2025 is the year that changed everything and yet nothing is different – at least not yet.

ST Engineering iDirect is redefining satellite network operations with its new AI-powered network analytics platform demonstrating how predictive analytics, real-time insights, and anomaly detection are empowering operators to anticipate and resolve network issues before they escalate.

While Elon Musk’s Starlink remains entangled in South African regulatory hurdles, local satellite operator Q-KON is gearing up to launch its own consumer satellite internet service.

As a leading African Satellite solutions provider, Q-KON has confirmed its support for Eutelsat’s recent brand consolidation under the Eutelsat name, with OneWeb retained for its LEO constellation.

While SpaceX’s Starlink has yet to launch in South Africa, Eutelsat OneWeb is gaining ground with local businesses and government. The OneWeb fleet comprises 648 satellites orbiting the Earth at around 1,200km in 12 synchronised orbital planes. By partnering with Q-KON, compliance with local telecommunications regulations is ensured. The Twoobii-OneWeb service, developed by Q-KON, combines the inherent advantages of LEO satellite technology with reliable service delivery, commercially viable models, and dedicated on-site support. The solution enables seamless integration with core networks, offers uncapped primary service profiles, and supports flexible billing options, including pay-per-use models for backup services.

Q-KON, a leading satellite communication provider, has recently shared the success of its Twoobii-LEO satellite service, powered by Eutelsat OneWeb, in transforming connectivity for South Africa’s financial sector. Leveraging low-Earth orbit (LEO) technology, which offers low latency and high-speed internet, Q-KON has partnered with major South African banks to enhance secure, reliable communication across branch networks.

Q-KON and Rivada Space Networks have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deliver next-generation satellite connectivity across Africa and beyond. Q-KON will use Rivada’s advanced Outernet, a secure Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, to enhance data resiliency, network performance, and cybersecurity for critical enterprises such as banks, financial institutions, and security-sensitive sectors.

Q-KON, a leading satellite services provider, has expanded its enterprise connectivity offering by partnering with South African telecoms operator Vox. Through this collaboration, Vox is now a reseller of Q-KON’s Twoobii Super Smart Satellite Solutions, powered by Eutelsat OneWeb’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network.

The global Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite industry is rapidly expanding, with operators like SpaceX’s Starlink and Eutelsat OneWeb already serving Africa. As more companies prepare to enter the market, these satellites offer high-performance, low-cost connectivity. However, their standard services often don’t meet the specific needs of niche markets, such as Africa’s enterprise sector.

Viasat is partnering with Telespazio and the European Space Agency (ESA) to provide secure satellite connectivity for future lunar missions. As part of the Moonlight program, Viasat will design and develop the communication network for lunar landers, rovers, and orbiters, as well as the Earth and lunar surface infrastructure.

Partner2Connect (P2C) is a global initiative launched by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) with the mission to foster universal connectivity and drive digital transformation worldwide. Through strategic partnerships and commitments made under the P2C framework, the ITU is able to mobilize essential resources and ensure reliable connectivity.

Cloud computing offers multiple advantages for businesses. However, harnessing its benefits requires reliable and rapid connectivity. With this in place, the cloud can have a transformative effect on businesses across multiple sectors. Q-KON, in partnership with Eutelsat OneWeb, provides a solution through Twoobii Super Smart LEO Satellite Services.

Year-end times are for reflecting on the road travelled and planning for the way ahead. For us as Q-KON, 2024 was both very successful and very challenging as the satellite industry grows and changes.

Eutelsat OneWeb has partnered with Q-KON to expand LEO satellite services across Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on the southern region.

Q-KON has been a leader in innovative satellite, wireless, and unified communication solutions for over 35 years, focusing on the African market. With a strong emphasis on system engineering, we provide comprehensive services, including turnkey projects and satellite network solutions.