Dandemutande’s Role as Starlink Reseller in Zimbabwe Sparks Questions Over Pricing and Accessibility

Dandemutande’s Role as Starlink Reseller in Zimbabwe Sparks Questions Over Pricing and Accessibility

Dandemutande has announced its new status as an authorized reseller for Starlink services in the African region.

This announcement has ignited considerable discussion on social media, with many Zimbabweans questioning the need for a local reseller.

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Dandemutande Becomes Authorized Reseller for Starlink

The announcement, shared via email over the weekend, confirms that Dandemutande’s new role will involve offering a full suite of services.

This includes installation, customer support, and subscription management to enhance access to Starlink’s satellite internet solutions in the region.

In the email, Dandemutande expressed excitement about the partnership:

“I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you – Starlink, the innovative satellite internet service, is now officially licensed in Zimbabwe! We are delighted to announce that Dandemutande Investments Pvt Ltd is an Authorized Reseller for Starlink services in the African region. We are pleased to inform you that you can now pre-order your Starlink kits through Dandemutande Investments. We will be providing an end-to-end service from installation, customer services to subscriptions as part of our offering,” reads part of the email.

Social Media Buzz: Concerns Over Pricing and Need for a Reseller

The announcement has generated considerable buzz on social media, with many Zimbabweans questioning the need for an authorized reseller when Starlink services can be purchased directly from the Starlink website. There are also concerns about whether Dandemutande will offer Starlink devices at the original price or if they will add a markup.

Here are some of the reactions from social media:

@EthanMalibongwe;

How will it work reselling kits when one can order directly from Starlink?

@PMagayisa;

Why would anyone want to buy via re seller when they can buy direct from starlink . Is it gonna be at the same price . I smell a rat

@T1Ziruko;

Varikuisa mark up marii and how fast do they deliver what is the advantageof ordering thru them compared to directly from starlink

@iammakoe;

As long price remains the same its good business but Zim as i know it ,they will put their markup

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