Blue Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd, a licensed subsidiary of Radio Electronic (Pty) Ltd, has received regulatory approval from the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) to deploy Eutelsat OneWeb services in Namibia.
Eutelsat OneWeb operates a Low Earth Orbit satellite network designed to deliver high-performance, low-latency broadband connectivity, particularly in areas where terrestrial networks are limited or unavailable. The service targets enterprise, government, maritime, aviation and critical infrastructure users.
Francois du Toit, Chief Executive Officer of Radio Electronic, said the approval marked a significant milestone for both the company and the country.
“This is a proud moment for Radio Electronic and for Namibia. Securing regulatory approval enables us to introduce Eutelsat OneWeb’s advanced LEO connectivity to the country for the first time,” du Toit said.
“This achievement reflects our long-standing commitment to innovation, bridging the digital divide, and supporting Namibia’s growth in the digital age.”
According to Bron Sykstus, Regional Account Manager at KVH Industries, which is partnering Radio Electronic, the approval also represents a first for the company, whose partner has now secured regulatory clearance for land-based LEO deployment, extending connectivity beyond maritime applications.
Eutelsat said the collaboration would contribute to improving broadband availability, performance and affordability across Namibia.
“We are pleased to celebrate this milestone alongside Radio Electronic and Eutelsat. This is the first time a KVH partner has secured regulatory approval for land-based LEO deployment, underscoring the strength of our partnerships and the growing relevance of OneWeb services,” Sykstus said.
With the approval in place, Namibia joins a small group of early adopters of LEO satellite connectivity in Africa, positioning the country for improved digital inclusion and broader technological advancement.
