Day: December 18, 2023

Tanzania Secures Orbital Slot for First Satellite Launch

The Minister of Information, Communication and Information Technology of Tanzania, Nape Nnauye, has announced at the 2023 World Radiocommunication Conference that the country has successfully secured an orbital slot of 16 degrees West to launch its inaugural satellite, marking a significant step forward in the country’s space ambitions. This follows the minister’s assurance that emphasized …

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Senegal and Turkey Discuss Space Collaboration

A Senegalese Space Studies Agency (ASES) delegation led by its Director-General, Mr Maram Kaire, visited Turkey from December 12th to 15th, 2023. The delegation had working sessions with Yusuf Kıraç, the President of the Turkish Space Agency and his colleagues, and the top management of the Space Systems Department of Turkish Aerospace Industries. The Senegalese …

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MTN Group Exploring LEO Satellite Services to Enhance Network Resilience

According to an official statement released by the MTN Group, the mobile telecommunications provider is currently exploring low earth orbit (LEO) satellite solutions in collaboration with operators like SpaceX’s Starlink and Eutelsat OneWeb. This initiative aims to bridge connectivity gaps in remote regions and enhance network resilience in areas where cellular infrastructure faces challenges. MTN …

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