KAMPALA - UGANDA
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially welcomed the imminent launch of Starlink’s satellite internet services in Uganda, following the signing of key agreements between the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) and the global internet provider.
In a statement shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, the President revealed that he witnessed the signing of both a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and an operational license agreement between UCC and Starlink.
He described the event as “an important step towards the commencement of their operations in Uganda.”
While expressing optimism about the new partnership, President Museveni was clear about the government’s priorities.
He outlined three core interests guiding Uganda’s telecommunications sector: security, revenue assurance, and proper accountability.

“We need to know who is operating and who the customers are,” Museveni stated, underscoring the government’s commitment to maintaining oversight as digital services expand.
The President noted with satisfaction that Starlink, a subsidiary of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has agreed to fully comply with Uganda’s laws and regulatory requirements as it prepares for service delivery.
Starlink’s low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology is expected to provide high-speed, low-latency internet, particularly benefiting rural and underserved areas where traditional fibre optic infrastructure is limited.
“I am pleased that Starlink has agreed to comply with Uganda’s laws and regulatory requirements as it prepares to begin service delivery in the country. I wish them good luck,” Museveni added.
The entry of Starlink into the Ugandan market is anticipated to increase competition among internet service providers, potentially lowering costs and improving connectivity nationwide.
However, the government has reiterated that all operators must adhere to local data protection, taxation, and user identification regulations.
Industry analysts view this development as a mixed blessing: while it promises to bridge the digital divide, it also places the onus on regulators to balance innovation with national security and fiscal accountability.
Starlink has not yet announced an official launch date for services in Uganda, but with the operational license now secured, the company is expected to begin rolling out its hardware and subscription plans in the coming months.