21 July 2025

Eutelsat, through its subsidiary OneWeb, has announced the inauguration of its ultra-modern ground station in Luanda-Bengo, Angola.

The result of a partnership between OneWeb Angola and the Angolan Communications Authority (INACOM), this facility represents a vital bridge between the low-Earth orbit constellation and terrestrial digital infrastructure in southern Africa.

“As part of our ongoing commitment to bridging the digital divide, this important milestone will play a vital role in supporting inclusive economic growth and digital transformation priorities,” said Eutelsat Group in a statement. The company also highlighted the importance of this project in bringing high-speed, low-latency connectivity to the most remote areas.

This station acts as a Satellite Network Portal that connects low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites to terrestrial infrastructure. It allows Eutelsat OneWeb to offer telecommunications services to businesses, public institutions, and telecom operators, using a B2B model. The project, which required four years of construction and technical coordination, is designed to strengthen digital inclusion in Angola and beyond by efficiently connecting rural and underserved areas.

This initiative is part of a broader movement to deploy satellite gateways in Africa, where Eutelsat already has stations in Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania, South Africa, Mauritius, and will soon expand to other countries. It comes as Angola seeks to assert its position as a regional digital hub. The country is increasing investments to modernise its telecommunications infrastructure and expand internet access.