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In an email to subscribers, Starlink has announced a fresh round of price adjustments for its residential internet service in Nigeria. The monthly subscription fee is set to increase from NGN 38,000 (USD 23.70) to NGN 57,000 (USD 35.57), a 50% increase. The price of the standard hardware kit remains at NGN 590,000 (USD 368.07), […]

ASTRO GATE, AfriOrbit Ltd, and Hayes Group International have signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding MoU with the shared goal of jointly promoting the development of a commercial spaceport in Kenya. The MoU sets out a framework for cooperation across several key areas. It includes identifying and evaluating potential spaceport sites within Kenya and engaging

On May 13, 1964, NASA launched the second abort test of the Apollo spacecraft. This uncrewed mission would demonstrate that the launch escape system could safely eject the Apollo command module in case of an emergency. For the first test, the command module ejected just above the launchpad 15 seconds after liftoff. But the second

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

The South African National Space Agency SANSA plays a critical role in safeguarding maritime environments and strengthening security through its Earth Observation EO capabilities. By collecting, processing, archiving, and disseminating EO data, SANSA supports policymaking, economic growth, and sustainable development across South Africa. As part of its commitment to Operation Phakisa’s oceans economy initiative, SANSA

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

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

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

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

On April 14, 2025, the Lesotho Communications Authority (LCA) announced that it has granted Starlink a 10-year license to operate and provide satellite internet services in the country. This marks the entry of the first satellite internet provider in Lesotho and represents a significant step forward in advancing the nation’s digital transformation agenda. This came