Starlink has officially launched in Guinea‑Bissau as of June 18, 2025, bringing satellite internet to a nation where nearly 68 percent of the population lacked reliable service.

With a provisional operating license issued late last year, service is now active in major areas like Bissau, Buba, and Gabú transforming access to education, business, and healthcare.

Users can choose from a 250 GB plan priced at FCFA 18,000 (~USD 31) or a full residential package for FCFA 36,000 (~USD 63), with equipment available for FCFA 117,000‑228,000 (~USD 205‑400). These price points align with other West African nations and reflect Starlink’s commitment to affordability while maintaining high speeds and low latency.

This marks Guinea‑Bissau as the 23rd African nation to gain Starlink access, joining an expanding roster that includes Nigeria, Rwanda, and the DRC. With over 6 million users worldwide, the company continues to make strides in delivering digital lifelines to regions bypassed by traditional telecom networks.

While the rollout promises opportunities in e‑learning, telemedicine, and commerce, it also confronts hurdles: rough weather, satellite latency, and data affordability. Regulators and ISPs will need to monitor usage trends and negotiate fair pricing to ensure sustained access.

Ultimately, Starlink’s arrival in Guinea‑Bissau is more than a new service it’s a sign that satellite technology is becoming a key pillar of Africa’s digital infrastructure, bridging connectivity gaps in even the most remote corners of the continent.