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Southern African Regional Office of Astronomy for Development

Mozambique

Mozambique

A new generation of explorers is discovering their universe

Country Coordinator

Country Coordinator – Mozambique

Dinelsa Machaieie

SAROAD Mozambique Coordinator

Dinelsa Machaieie is an astrophysicist and educator serving as a team member of the National Astronomy Education Committee (NAEC) in Mozambique and Auxiliary Professor at the Physics Department of Eduardo Mondlane University. She holds an Honours and Master’s degree in Physics, followed by a PhD in Astrophysics. Her research interests span Physics Education, Star Formation and Evolution, and Astrobiology—bridging the study of cosmic origins with the quest to understand life’s place in the universe. In her current role as Auxiliary Professor at Eduardo Mondlane University, Dinelsa teaches courses in Quantum Mechanics, Solid State Physics, and Research Techniques in Education, shaping the next generation of Mozambican physicists while advancing pedagogical approaches to science education.

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Key Activities in Mozambique

Outreach Programs

Empowering the next generation of explorers. Discover how SAROAD's astronomy outreach inspires students and advances scientific literacy for society.

Astro Tourism

Southern Africa’s celestial magic: stargazing safaris, desert astronomy & galactic vistas. Your cosmic adventure starts here!

Astronomy For Mental Health

How stargazing reduces stress & anxiety—discover astronomy’s therapeutic power to quiet the mind and reconnect with the universe.

Astro Lab

Step into the Astro Lab: A hub for processing celestial images, discovering asteroids, and conducting hands-on astronomical research.

Opportunities

Explore careers in astronomy, from research to outreach. Discover funding, internships, and how to turn your passion for the cosmos into a profession.

Hack4Skills

Advancing the IAU’s vision: Harnessing astronomy to tackle poverty, inequality, and inspire the next generation of scientists.




Facilities & Events

Astro Camp

AstroLab Trainings

AstroLab Trainings

Astro Camp

Active Hub for DARA and PAP2SN

Active Hub for DARA and PAP2SN

Astro Camp

Astronomy For Mental Health

Astronomy For Mental Health

Astro Camp

Outreach Programs

Outreach Programs