Elon Musk’s Starlink has officially launched its much-anticipated internet services in Ghana, promising high-speed, low-latency internet that could significantly transform how Ghanaians connect, work, and access information online.
Starlink’s innovative approach leverages a network of low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, allowing for faster internet speeds compared to traditional satellite internet services. As of April 2024, the network comprises approximately 5,800 LEO satellites, delivering download speeds that can exceed 100 Mbps in certain regions, making Starlink a formidable player in the global internet market.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the available Starlink service plans in Ghana and their respective costs:
Standard Plan
Price: GH₵770 per month
Features: Unlimited data, ideal for general household usage.
Priority Plan
Price: GH₵1,078 per month
Features: Unlimited standard data, public IP access, network priority, and priority customer support. This plan is tailored for businesses or users with high data demands.
Mobile Plan
Price: Starting at GH₵1,540 per month
Features:Unlimited mobile data within Ghana, suited for remote workers, campers, and businesses that operate across various locations. The cost increases based on the required level of priority data.
Mobile Priority Plan
Price: Ranges from GH₵4,428 per month for 50GB of data to GH₵17,710 per month for 1TB of data Features: Designed for maritime users, emergency responders, and mobile businesses, this plan offers inland and ocean use data, network priority, and priority support.
Starlink’s entry into the Ghanaian market presents new opportunities for both individuals and businesses, with its advanced satellite technology poised to meet the growing demand for reliable and fast internet connectivity across the country.