Rwanda’s Satelite To Extend Internet in schools

The government of is reportedly working with a UK based company called OneWeb to unveil her first satellite that is set to provide broadband internet to schools in remote areas.

New Times reports that Rwanda believes launching her satellite named “Icyrekezo Satelite” is a symbol of the country’s commitment to build the local space industry, build local capacity, inspire the younger generation and prepare to usher Rwanda into a hyper-connected future.

In January this year, Rwanda announced its long-term space programme plan, with a complementary initiative to launch its own first satellite this year.


Subsequently, during the recent World Government Summit, UNICEF announced Rwanda’s partnership with Project Connect, an initiative designed to visually map  school connectivity status globally.

However, Rwanda’s choice to invest in space is part of her mission to bridge the digital divide by providing equal digital opportunities to rural and remote communities. Using one web’s constellation, providing low-latency and high speed internet to schools in remote areas.

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