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Latest Updates & News

Stay informed about SAROAD’s ongoing programs, events, and astronomy developments across Southern Africa.

Recent Updates

Update 1

Africa’s Giant Leap: PAP2SN

PAP2SN Network Launches to Propel Space Science and Planetary Research Launching a New Frontier: The Pan-African Network for Planetary Science & Technology (PAP2SN)

Feb 17, 2026
Update 2

Installation of the TART Telescope in Zambia

From the five-day construction workshop to the official commissioning by the Vice Chancellor, discover how this initiative is preparing Zambian Astronomers to lead in the global Square Kilometre Array (SKA) era.

Oct 13, 2025
Update 3

Driving Development Through the Stars: Prof. James’ Public Lecture at CBU

Prof James Lecture on “Astronomy and Astrophysics as key drivers of institutional and National development in Zambia”

Jun 10, 2025
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