Amazon Leo plans direct-to-device satellite service in South Africa by 2028

Amazon Leo aims to launch its direct-to-device LEO satellite service in South Africa around 2028. The company has applied for regulatory licences and is in talks with local mobile operators; in July, Herotel agreed to distribute Amazon Leo's satellite broadband in South Africa from 2027.

• Direct-to-device service in South Africa targeted for around 2028
• Amazon Leo has applied for licences and is engaging mobile operators
• Herotel will distribute Amazon Leo satellite broadband in SA from 2027
• Global Globalstar deal gives Amazon Leo critical spectrum for D2D