TelOne Becomes Authorised Starlink Reseller – Partnering With a Competitor?

In a plot twist straight out of a tech soap opera, TelOne, one of Zimbabwe’s largest internet service providers (ISPs), has officially become an authorized reseller of Starlink. Yes, you read that right! TelOne, traditionally one of Starlink’s competitors, is now selling Starlink services to its customers. It’s like Coca-Cola opening a Pepsi store or McDonald’s adding Burger King to their menu!

This move comes hot on the heels of Dandemutande’s earlier announcement to become a Starlink reseller, leaving Zimbabwean internet users scratching their heads in amused confusion. The partnership may be surprising, but it also highlights the increasing demand for better connectivity solutions in the country, which satellite-powered internet like Starlink provides.

So, What Does This Mean?

This collaboration might seem like an odd pairing, but there’s more beneath the surface. For TelOne, partnering with Starlink could be an acknowledgment of the growing need for satellite-based connectivity to reach remote areas that fiber and mobile broadband just can’t. TelOne might also be looking to diversify its services, leveraging Starlink’s satellite technology to complement its own.

But let’s be honest – it’s also a bit like seeing Batman and the Joker team up for a new venture. Will it be competition, cooperation, or a bit of both? Who knows!

Who’s Next?

With TelOne joining the Starlink reseller bandwagon, they join other local ISPs like Dandemutande, Frampol, and Aura Group. These partnerships suggest that Zimbabwe is becoming an increasingly attractive market for satellite internet, and Starlink’s reach is growing fast.

For Zimbabwean businesses and consumers, this could mean better, faster internet, especially in areas where traditional ISPs have struggled to provide consistent services. As the list of resellers grows, competition will only heat up—hopefully leading to lower prices and better options for everyone.

Conclusion

While it’s odd to see TelOne and DandeMutande selling their competitor’s services, this collaboration just might bring the best of both worlds. If you’re looking for fast internet in Zimbabwe, you might now have Starlink as an option, whether it’s from TelOne or one of the other resellers.

In this game of internet thrones, Zimbabwean customers are the real winners!