Kenya explores Chinese partnerships to boost satellite technology, space expertise
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NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 18 — Kenya is exploring access to advanced satellite technology, space-ground communications and aerospace training through a series of engagements with Chinese companies and academic institutions.
The Kenya Space Agency (KSA), led by Director Hillary Kipkosgey, visited aerospace firms MinoSpace and Emposat Co. Ltd, as well as Beihang University, to identify opportunities to strengthen the country’s technical expertise and space infrastructure.
The engagements, focused on opportunities to expand Kenya’s access to satellite data, develop space-ground communication systems and build local capacity through training and research collaborations.