Kenya Space Agency

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It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Mark Mwangi Ndonga, who tragically lost his life on 7th September 2024. Mark succumbed to injuries sustained on Friday night after being struck by a motorist along the Thika Highway turn-off near Mountain Mall. We will miss him more than words can express. Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Rest in peace, Mark. You were, and always will be, the best of us.

Carla Mitchell, the African Program Manager at SARAO - South African Radio Astronomy Observatory, was a key part of the entire training and installation of the TART instrument at The Technical University of Kenya. We had a quick chat with her—check out what she had to say

3 DAYS TO GO before the AEOC2024 competition closes. Get those submissions in today! We are looking for African start-ups and entrepreneurs utilising space and digital technologies in their solutions. While we are aiming at solutions tested in a relevant environment and above we are also open to those who may be at ideation stage. If your idea is well through through, relevant to Africa's needs, and might be a compelling future solution ... we're eager to hear from you too! Submit your application today: https://bit.ly/4eqpL75 Find out more at www.eochallenge.africa A reminder of WHAT'S UP FOR GRABS: Top finalists will win data packages and membership to leading data platforms, mentorship and a three-to-four month business incubation programme, media publicity, and a portion of a $10 cash grant. ALL shortlisted finalists will be flown and accommodated in Nairobi, Kenya for the final pitch event to be hosted by Kenya Space Agency at the Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) annual Kenya Innovation Week in November 2024. Here finalists will get a chance to network, display their initiatives and pitch their solutions before a panel of judges who are leading specialists in their fields, and within Africa's space ecosystem. Our amazing partners help us bring it all together: Kenya Space Agency Digital Earth Africa South African National Space Agency SA Innovation Summit RIIS - Research Institute for Innovation and Sustainability Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development Global Entrepreneurship Network Von Seidels Airbus Defence and Space - Intelligence Esri Space Generation Advisory Council National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences SatNav Africa JPO Amazon Web Services (AWS) Tunisian Space Association - TUNSA GGPEN Regional Center for Remote Sensing of North Africa States CRTEAN Agence Gabonaise d'Etudes et d'Observations Spatiales AGEOS EO Africa DUNIA African Space Leadership Institute Capella Space University College of Water Science and Engineering Academy of Scientific Research & Technology WomHub Lorien Innes Dr. Eng. Nadine Sherif Charles Mwangi Rihab Ben Moussa Imraan Saloojee Lisa Cilliers Lionel (MBL, MMSM, PGDipPM) khoza #eodata #innovation #africa #spacetech #startups #entrepreneurs #aeoc2024

Kenya is making strides in space science with the recent installation of the Transient Array Radio Telescope (TART). The Kenya Space Agency’s workshop, held at the Technical University of Kenya, not only introduced this groundbreaking technology but also provided valuable capacity-building for researchers and astronomers. This initiative positions Kenya as a key player in radio astronomy in Africa. Read more in the article below. #SpaceScience #Kenya #Astronomy #TART #Innovation

On 2nd September 2024, the Kenya Space Agency (KSA), in partnership with the European Delegation in Kenya (EUD), and the European Commission’s Technical Assistance Facility Team (TAF), hosted a workshop on Assessing Earth Observation (EO) needs and gaps in Kenya and made recommendations to enhance private sector uptake of EO at Pride Inn Azure, Nairobi. The objective of the workshop was to assess the EO needs and gaps at the institutional level in Kenya. Discussions centered on both the demand and supply of EO capabilities, as well as identifying challenges and gaps in the sector. The workshop was intended to better understand the barriers in EO to private sector involvement, foster engagement and uptake to drive technological advancement and economic growth. The meeting was attended by representatives from EUD led by Stephan Fox, and representatives from KSA led by Charles Mwangi, along with other stakeholders from government and private organizations in Kenya. The workshop was moderated by Peter Zeil and David Kirugara on behalf of Novaspace. #EarthObservation #EO #Stakeholderengagement #Spacesector

Only 4 days left to submit your written representations and memoranda regarding the Draft Kenya Space Bill 2024. Make sure to address your submission to the Director General of the Kenya Space Agency and send it via email to secretariat@ksa.go.ke Submission Deadline: 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2024. Link to the draft bill: https://lnkd.in/djKCK6Ep Your input is crucial for shaping the future of Kenya's space sector. Don’t miss the chance to contribute!

The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) is excited to announce the top five teams selected to participate in an Advanced Phase Two Space Tech Mission Idea Contest (ST-MIC) Training and Bootcamp. The process commenced with over 40 mission ideas from various universities across the country, where 20 mission ideas of each having a team of 4 students were selected to take part in Phase 1 of the training. This phase was conducted from 22 July to 16 August 2024 in collaboration with Teaching Science and Technology Inc. (TSTI) to provide a solid foundation of theoretical knowledge and to enhance the initial mission idea through an online “Understanding Space” course program. Having conducted a thorough evaluation process in partnership with TSTI, the Agency is happy to announce the best mission ideas to participate in Phase two of the training to be hosted in collaboration with the Agenzia Spaziale Italiana (ASI) at the Luigi Broglio Malindi Space Centre in Malindi from 28 October to 8 November 2024. Congratulations to the selected teams—we look forward to your participation and contributions! University of Eastern Africa Baraton Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) The Technical University of Kenya Kirinyaga University Multimedia University of Kenya DEDAN KIMATHI UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (DeKUT)

🌟 Join us in making space more inclusive! The deadline is approaching to apply for the #Space4Women expert meeting in Nairobi. If you're passionate about empowering women and girls in #STEM and #space, this is your chance to contribute. 🗓️ Apply to be a presenter by 4 September 2024. Participants, mark your calendars for the 27 September deadline. Let’s drive change together! Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/dKt7KQqR Kenya Space Agency

The clock is ticking on sending through submissions for Africa Earth Observation Challenge 2024. The good news is that we are extending the submission closing date to Friday, 6 September 2024! If you're an African-founded start-up or entrepreneur developing innovative solutions using space-based and digital technologies, we're looking for you! Submit your application today: https://bit.ly/4eqpL75 Find out more at https://lnkd.in/gdECfX9K Our incredible partners include: Kenya Space Agency Digital Earth Africa South African National Space Agency SA Innovation Summit RIIS - Research Institute for Innovation and Sustainability Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development Global Entrepreneurship Network Von Seidels Airbus Defence and Space - Intelligence Esri Space Generation Advisory Council National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences SatNav Africa JPO Amazon Web Services (AWS) Tunisian Space Association - TUNSA GGPEN Regional Center for Remote Sensing of North Africa States CRTEAN Agence Gabonaise d'Etudes et d'Observations Spatiales AGEOS SING SA Rwanda Space Agency EO Africa DUNIA African Space Leadership Institute Capella Space University College of Water Science and Engineering Academy of Scientific Research and Technology WomHub Lorien Innes Dr. Eng. Nadine Sherif Charles Mwangi Buntu Majaja Dalia Elfiky Rihab Ben Moussa Imraan Saloojee #eodata #spaceapplication #africa #entrepreneurs #startups #innovation #aeoc24