Day: May 12, 2025

Spearheaded by Ethiopia’s Space Science and Geospatial Institute SSGI, the country has announced further updates towards implementing and launching its third Earth Observation satellite- ETRSS-2. SSGI Director General Abdissa Yilma revealed that the satellite is currently under development through a partnership with the Chinese firm, Shanghai Engineering Microsatellite. The Ethiopian Remote Sensing Satellite-2 ETRSS-2 is …

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On March 11, 2008, the first piece of a Japanese module of the International Space Station launched on the space shuttle Endeavour during mission STS-123. The mission launched the Kibo Logistics Module, a storage room for the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency’s massive Japanese Experiment Module for the station. Nicknamed Kibo, the Japanese Experiment Module is …

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The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) recently hosted a critical Space Industry Stakeholders Workshop titled Sensitisation and Engagement of Stakeholders on the Commencement of Space Regulation, Spectrum Management, and Licensing in Nigeria. The event brought together key players in Nigeria’s space sector, including government officials, legal experts, and industry leaders, to chart a …

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Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, has officially launched in Niger, making it the 18th African country where the service is available. This also marks Starlink’s second market entry in Africa in 2025, following its launch in Liberia in January. The expansion aligns with the company’s roadmap to secure regulatory approvals and commence operations in 18 …

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