Day: May 8, 2025

Djibouti, long recognised for its strategic location along global maritime trade routes, now asserts itself in the space sector. With ambitions to become a regional space science and technology hub, the country has successfully conducted its first Earth Observation EO mission, supported by French institutions, on April 9, 2025. This historic milestone builds upon Djibouti’s …

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During the NewSpace Africa Conference 2025, the Regional African Satellite Communications Organisation (RASCOM) and the Egyptian Satellite Company (Nilesat) formalised a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and a Marketing Services Agreement. RASCOM Director General Timothy Ashong and Nilesat Chief Commercial Officer Hesham Sallam signed the agreements. The collaboration aims to improve digital connectivity, …

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The African space sector is witnessing significant advancements, driven by institutional and commercial initiatives. Governments and private entities across the continent are increasingly investing in satellite technology, Earth observation, and connectivity solutions to address pressing challenges in agriculture, disaster management, and infrastructure development.\ Against this backdrop, Airbus Defence and Space has positioned itself as a …

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