Neville Mutsvangwa, son of Zimbabwean minister Monica Mutsvangwa, was arrested for possessing a Starlink terminal without proper licensing. This incident highlights the challenges in countries where SpaceX’s technology isn’t officially approved. Starlink devices are popular in Zimbabwe’s street markets despite lacking proper authorization. Zimbabwe requested SpaceX to halt service to unlicensed terminals and apply for formal operation approval. Neville’s father, Christopher Mutsvangwa, a prominent figure in Zimbabwean politics, awaits his son’s bail hearing. Elon Musk’s company warned African nations of shutting down satellite internet in unlicensed areas. This case underscores the use of Starlink in regions with legal restrictions, including those under repressive regimes.
