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On May 25, 2008, NASA’s Phoenix lander arrived on Mars. The Phoenix Mars lander was NASA’s sixth mission to successfully land on Mars, and it was the first mission to touch down near the planet’s north pole. The objective for this mission was to look for evidence of water ice below the Martian surface. This […]

Ambo University (AU) and the Space Science and Geospatial Institute (SSGI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote collaboration in disaster risk management, space science, and geospatial technology. The partnership, formalised on May 21, 2025, underscores both institutions’ commitment to leveraging research, innovation, and community engagement to support Ethiopia’s sustainable development goals. The

Six months after signing the Cooperation Framework between the Kenya Space Agency (KSA) and Expertise France (EF), notable advancements have been achieved in executing joint programmes to strengthen Kenya’s expanding space sector. These collaborative efforts seek to drive innovation and develop solutions using Earth Observation (EO) data to tackle key societal challenges in agriculture, health,

Q-KON, a leading provider of satellite-based connectivity solutions in Africa, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding MoU with Rivada Space Networks, the developer of the cutting edge Outernet LEO satellite constellation, to deliver ultra-secure, high-performance connectivity solutions across Africa. Under this partnership, Q-KON will leverage Rivada’s Outernet to enhance data network resilience, support secure infrastructure

On May 22, 2012, SpaceX launched the first commercial flight to the International Space Station. The Dragon was the first American spacecraft to visit the space station since NASA ended the space shuttle program almost a year earlier. When the space shuttles were retired, NASA decided to contract private companies to start launching cargo to

In December 2024, Ethiopia marked another significant milestone in its space programme, declaring a new 12-metre satellite ground station operational. This infrastructure, developed through collaboration between engineers from the Ethiopian Space Science Geospatial Institute SSGI and a Chinese firm, represents a major advancement in the country’s space capabilities. SSGI is Ethiopia’s primary public institute dedicated

Space Network, one of the world’s fastest growing networks for space companies and professionals, has announced the launch of Space Network Africa, coinciding with Space Symposium at Colorado Springs, 7-10 April. This initiative is set to drive space-based economic growth, innovation, and education across the African continent, positioning Africa as a significant player in the

On May 22, 2012, SpaceX launched the first commercial flight to the International Space Station. The Dragon was the first American spacecraft to visit the space station since NASA ended the space shuttle program almost a year earlier. When the space shuttles were retired, NASA decided to contract private companies to start launching cargo to

As we enter 2025, the global space race is evolving rapidly. Once dominated by the United States and Russia, space has become a key arena for China’s military, commercial, and geopolitical ambitions. China’s deepening partnerships with African nations through satellite infrastructure investments and space cooperation offer transformative opportunities for development, from improved connectivity to enhanced

Austin Nwaulune, the Director of Spectrum Administration at Nigeria Communications Commission NCC has disclosed that the satellite capacity is contributing only 0.2% to Nigeria’s internet connectivity, according to Space in Africa. Nwaulune was speaking on a panel at the virtual Nigeria Com 2020, an annual event for accelerating Nigeria’s digital economy. The panel session was