Nigeria's NIGCOMSAT Ltd and Thales Alenia Space have signed an agreement to develop NigComSat-2A, a new geostationary telecommunications satellite. This satellite aims to expand digital connectivity, broadband internet, and digital services across Africa, particularly in underserved regions…
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Nigeria has signed a contract with Thales Alenia Space to build NigComSat-2A, a geostationary telecommunications satellite, with NigComSat-2B also planned. These satellites will enhance digital connectivity across Africa, providing reliable internet, broadcasting, and communication services.
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South Africa has detailed a phased strategy to develop its own sovereign satellite communications capabilities. The plan begins with leasing satellite capacity and progresses to manufacturing, testing, and launching a dedicated geostationary telecommunications satellite to ensure national data…
Source: UaA new study utilizing satellite observations has uncovered a significant urban heat island effect in Tangier, Morocco, where the city center consistently records higher land surface temperatures than surrounding areas. Researchers analyzed data from 1995-2024 across five Moroccan cities…
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The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) and AWS are collaborating to help 24 Eastern and Southern African nations meet global conservation goals by 2030. Their RCoE Geospatial Platform leverages cloud infrastructure and Earth observation data for evidence-based…
Source: Space in Africa
Roke Telkom and Paratus Uganda have officially launched Starlink for Business in Uganda, combining Starlink’s low Earth orbit satellite connectivity with local deployment and support. This service aims to bridge connectivity gaps for Ugandan businesses, particularly in areas with limited…
Source: Space in AfricaRASCOM and Intersputnik have commenced a three-day virtual webinar, 'SatCom Basics for Africa,' aimed at strengthening participants' understanding of satellite communications, ground systems, and spectrum management. The program covers fundamental concepts from satellite systems to regulatory…
Source: Tech Review AfricaTelecommunications regulators from Kenya and Tanzania are collaborating to align policies for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite internet providers. This initiative aims to manage cross-border operations, spectrum, and regulatory enforcement as satellite broadband expands across the region.
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MTN Uganda and Starlink have expanded their partnership to provide satellite broadband to enterprise customers in remote and underserved areas of Uganda. This collaboration integrates Starlink's LEO satellite capability into MTN's enterprise portfolio, enhancing connectivity for critical sectors.
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is set to launch Africa's first commercial direct-to-phone satellite service, a key part of its 2026-2035 National Connectivity Strategy. This initiative aims to connect 68 million rural residents and significantly boost internet penetration, which currently…
Source: Forbes Africa