In this episode of the Readiness Report, Redi takes a hard look at Elon Musk’s comments about South Africa — and the controversy surrounding the government’s reported efforts to lure Starlink, Musk's very own telecommunications provider, into the country. She’s joined by outspoken activist, academic, and Daily Maverick columnist Khaya Sithole for a sharp, no-holds-barred conversation.
In this episode of the Readiness Report, Redi takes a hard look at Elon Musk’s comments about South Africa — and the controversy surrounding the government’s reported efforts to lure Starlink, Musk's very own telecommunications provider, into the country. She’s joined by outspoken activist, academic, and Daily Maverick columnist Khaya Sithole for a sharp, no-holds-barred conversation.
1:18 Trump, Biden, and the Ukraine Conflict
03:09 Starlink and South Africa: The Drama Unfolds
03:41 South Africa's Legal Framework and BEE Codes
04:41 The Role of ZA in Ending Apartheid
05:33 Challenges in South Africa's Parliament
06:52 Speculations on the Starlink Deal
08:40 Khaya Sithole's Insights on the Starlink Controversy
11:30 Government Communication Issues
16:16 The Role of ICASA and Regulatory Processes
18:32 Starlink's Market Impact and Competition
20:47 Elon Musk's Relationship with South Africa
Produced by Bernard Kotze & Emilie Gambade
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