Expanding reliable LEO connectivity across Sub-Saharan Africa

Eutelsat Group has signed a new multi-year agreement with Q-KON, a leading provider of satellite solutions and services, to extend Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite coverage throughout Sub-Saharan Africa

This partnership aims to accelerate the delivery of high-speed, low-latency connectivity to underserved and specialised communities and businesses, with a focus on Southern Africa.

Unleashing seamless connectivity 

This expanded collaboration builds on the success of Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO satellite integration into Q-KON’s Twoobii Smart Satellite Services in 2023 and the launch of digital banking services in early 2024. Through this agreement, Eutelsat’s OneWeb network will supply substantial capacity to Q-KON, supporting the growth of Twoobii-LEO and offering enhanced broadband options to address rising demands for reliable, high-speed internet across the region.

The partnership will bolster critical services, including cloud-based applications, remote healthcare, e-learning, fintech, and enterprise connectivity across both urban and rural areas in Sub-Saharan Africa. By merging Eutelsat’s advanced satellite infrastructure with Q-KON’s regional expertise and engineering capabilities, this agreement is set to deliver high-quality internet access with cost-effective solutions to regions beyond the reach of terrestrial networks.

Cyril Dujardin, president of Eutelsat Group’s Connectivity Business Unit, shared, "We are delighted to step up our relationship with Q-KON and we are honoured in the confidence Q-KON has placed in us following our initial successful cooperation. We are excited to continue to work with Q-KON as it leverages cutting-edge satellite network solutions to meet the challenging demands for low-cost, high availability, and trusted services in Africa."

Dr Dawie de Wet, Group CEO of Q-KON, added, “We value our continued partnership with Eutelsat and are excited to take this next step in expanding and scaling-up our LEO satellite services across Southern Africa. This agreement opens up more product flexibility and service differentiation for faster, more reliable connectivity that will empower businesses and support digital transformation across Sub-Saharan Africa.”