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Angola signs financing agreement with France for ANGEO-1 satellite construction
The Angolan Ministry of Finance signed a financing agreement with France for the construction of ANGEO-1, the country’s first high-resolution Earth observation satellite, during the Angolan President’s diplomatic visit to France. This initiative represents a significant step forward in Angola’s technological advancement and space capabilities.
Falling space debris incident reported in Ethiopia
The Space Science and Geospatial Institute (SSGI) of Ethiopia announced that on January 10th, around 7:30 PM EAT, the public reported observing fast-moving objects, which might be meteors or space debris, across the southern and southeastern skies.
Namibia’s 2025 space budget insights
In Namibia’s Medium Term Expenditure Framework of 2024/2025 to 2026/2027, the country intends to allocate NAD 92 million (USD 4.90 million) to operationalise its space programme, a 148% increase from last year’s allocation.
NIGCOMSAT partners with Eutelsat to enhance satellite connectivity in Nigeria
The Nigerian Communications Satellite has partnered with Eutelsat to deliver Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services across Nigeria and enhance nationwide remote communications, mobile connectivity, and offshore operations.
2024 in review: African Earth observation industry
The African Earth Observation industry has grown steadily since 2021 and is projected to surpass 2026 revenue forecasts by 2024. This growth is driven by established players' market expansion, consistent performance exceeding historical benchmarks, and a strategic focus on data aggregation over satellite ownership.