The University of South Africa (UNISA) and the University of Namibia (UNAM) have formalised a collaboration by signing an agreement to advance the Africa Millimetre Telescope (AMT) project, strengthening African-led research and collaboration across the continent. The agreement was finalised during a high-level visit to Namibia on 24 and 25 February 2026, led by Unisa Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Puleng LenkaBula, alongside senior management, academics, student researchers in astrophysics, and professional staff. The delegation met with UNAM Vice-Chancellor, Prof Kenneth Matengu, to reaffirm their joint commitment to developing research infrastructure, supporting postgraduate development, and promoting long-term scientific collaboration.
Furthermore, she highlighted that Unisa’s involvement reflects a strategic commitment to research excellence and continental cooperation, emphasising that the partnership represents an investment not only in the telescope itself but also in people, postgraduate development, and sustainable scientific ecosystems that will serve Africa for generations.
As engagements moved from the broadcast studio to the summit of Gamsberg, the message was clear: Africa is not observing science from the margins; it is building the instruments that will shape its future.
Source: https://spaceinafrica.com/2026/03/05/south-africa-and-namibia-partner-to-advance-the-africa-millimetre-telescope-project/