# Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN)

Type: organization

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## Timeline

- **2026-03-24**: Namibia Rejection — CRAN officially denies Starlink's operating license citing legal and security concerns.
- **2026-03-24**: Russian Rivalry — Russia launches LEO satellites to compete with Starlink in the Global South.
- **2025-06-15**: South African Standoff — South Africa reinforces 30% local ownership rule, stalling Starlink's license talks.
- **2024-01-01**: Initial Expansion — Starlink begins aggressive expansion into West and East African markets.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Namibia Blocks Starlink Entry Over Regulatory and Security Concerns
2026-03-24 20:05:18 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 3

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has officially denied Starlink an operating license, joining a growing list of African nations demanding local equity and security compliance. The move underscores the challenges global tech giants face when navigating protectionist regulatory frameworks in emerging markets.
Full story: https://getlegalbrief.com/story/namibia-blocks-starlink-regulatory-security-concerns

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