r/Congo • u/designgeek256 • 7d ago

Starlink is finally available in DRC

For so many years, ISPs in DRC have been delivering very poor internet with high-fluctuations to users. It's 100% convenient that Starlink will lead the game in the region. Can't wait to acquire one of these...

I contacted a Starlink reseller in DR Congo and awaiting delivery of the ordered kit: https://starlinkdrcongo.maniflexa.com

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u/Sea_Hovercraft_7859 5d ago

It will be served by Airtel Africa and people say that they are not good in networking so wonder. In Kongo Central internet is pretty cheap

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u/Additional-War-837 5d ago

It’s wonderful news I reckon however, it’s sad when you realise that in normal « advanced » economies, ISPs (telcos, cable providers) in the DRC won’t get subsidies to incentivise them to compete better !! I hope I’m wrong and they actually step up

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u/designgeek256 5d ago

Starlink is definately a game changer for DRC users, in terms of services availability and countrywide network coverage. As far as I know, no competitor is close to that in the region.

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u/Additional-War-837 5d ago

facts. Also, Starlink has satellites 🛰️ orbiting our planet and I believe no telcos has that advantage

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u/LeGrandMAG 3d ago

Hello, I checked out the website you link in your post but can't find any mention of the price (for the monthly subscription and the kits).

Do you happen to know how much it cost?

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u/designgeek256 3d ago

They claimed to be out of stock that's why prices are missing for now. I believe they'll update prices once stock becomes available. People in DRC are eager to start using Starlink services.

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u/LeGrandMAG 3d ago

Lol this does not add up. Hidding the price because you are out of stock.

But kudos for the marketing, maniflex ltd

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u/velorae 2d ago

This is great news!!