20 African Projects Selected for IAU COVID-19 Astronomy Grants

In May 2020, the IAU Office of Astronomy for Development issued an…


Algeria's AlSat-2A Earth Observation Satellite Doubles Nominal Lifespan In Orbit

The Algerian Space Agency (ASAL) is celebrating the tenth anniversary of…


Understanding China's Expansive Interest In Africa's Space Sector

In December 2004, the Nigerian government contracted the China Great Wall…


Understanding China's Expansive Interest In Africa's Space Sector

In December 2004, the Nigerian government contracted the China Great Wall…


Algeria To Connect 4,000 Healthcare Facilities Via AlComSat-1

Algeria has stated that it has implemented a nationwide initiative aimed at…


AlSat-3 Satellite Currently In Definition Phase And Plans For AlComSat-2 Ongoing - ASAL Head

The Director General of the Algerian Space Agency, Azzedine Oussedik, has…


AlSat-3 Satellite Currently In Definition Phase And Plans For AlComSat-2 Ongoing - ASAL Head

The Director General of the Algerian Space Agency, Azzedine Oussedik, has…


2019 Might Be The Best Year So Far For The African Space Industry

As the year winds up, it is exciting to recap Africa's journey in space in 2019…


International Astronomical Union Approves Names For New Stars And Exoplanets

In recent years, astronomers have discovered thousands of planets and…


Alcomsat-1 Communications Satellite Clocks Two Years In Orbit

Algeria's first communications satellite, AlComSat-1, clocks two years in orbit…