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Monitoring climate change and its impacts on ecosystems is critical to understanding and mitigating its effects. Satellites play an essential role in this effort, especially in African ecosystems, where diverse landscapes and climates present unique challenges...
The exploration of Mars has been a key objective for space agencies around the world, and robotics has played a crucial role in achieving this goal. Robotic missions, which include rovers, landers, and probes, have allowed...

Key milestones in Mars exploration: a timeline

Here's a timeline of key milestones in Mars exploration: Pre-space age observations 1609-1610: Galileo Galilei becomes the first person to observe Mars with a telescope. 1659: Christiaan...

Moon rocks: what they tell us about the Moon’s history

Moon rocks, brought back to Earth by the Apollo missions, have provided invaluable insights into the Moon's history and the processes that have shaped...

The science behind choosing the Red Planet for exploration

In the quest to explore the universe, Mars stands out as a prime candidate for human and robotic exploration. This article delves into the...

The first Moon landing: Apollo 11 and its legacy

The first moon landing, achieved by Apollo 11, stands as one of humanity's most remarkable accomplishments. On July 20, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and...

The history of Mars exploration

Mars, often referred to as the Red Planet, has fascinated humanity for centuries. From ancient astronomy to modern space missions, our understanding of Mars...

A historical overview of Moon exploration

The Moon has always been a source of wonder and curiosity for humanity. From ancient mythologies to modern scientific missions, the Moon has played...

Starlink in Africa: a growing presence

Starlink is gaining traction in several African countries, including Benin, Eswatini, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, and Zambia. The increasing demand for high-connectivity...

Landmark Developments in Africa’s Space Industry Over the Last 5 Years

The past five years have been transformative for Africa’s space industry, with significant strides in satellite technology, international collaborations, and policy developments. These advancements...

A sample of Martian rock may contain traces of life

Scientists have turned their attention to a sample of Martian rock collected by NASA's Perseverance rover in Lefroy Bay on Mars. Hydrated silica, a...

Manganese-rich sandstones show ancient lake water conditions in Gale Crater on Mars.

The Martian crater Gale, now completely lifeless and deserted, must have once had a full-flowing river flowing into it. Or even if the crater...

The Moon could soon have a 4G connection.

This means that we could text on the Moon and stream from Mars. NASA thinks this will happen soon. They signed a contract with...

China has published the world’s first set of high-precision geological maps of the Moon.

The Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) has published the world's first set of highly accurate geological maps of the Moon. Scientists believe it significantly...

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