Intelsat and MaxIQ Space have expanded their Africa Space STEM Programme to Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and Senegal. The programme offers hands-on training, expert-led instruction, and STEM kits to 12 schools, aiming to inspire the next generation and build a workforce ready for space technology and STEM careers in Africa.
Bahrain has achieved a historic milestone with the successful launch of “Al Munther,” the nation’s first domestically designed satellite. Deployed aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, the satellite features advanced AI, cybersecurity, and a special broadcast, marking a significant step in Bahrain’s space innovation and technological progress.
Mohammad Mehdi Hadavi visited the Iranian Electronic Industries Company, highlighting the importance of knowledge-based companies in advancing telecommunications and space technology. The company’s achievements include the development of domestically produced telecommunications processors, which aim to replace foreign models and enhance security, adaptability, and data safety for the Iranian telecom sector.
Space42 has partnered with FADA to enhance the UAE’s Earth observation capabilities with a contract valued at AED378 million. This collaboration will leverage data from Space42’s SAR satellites, advancing data-driven decision-making, situational awareness, and geospatial analytics. The initiative strengthens the UAE’s sovereign space and technology capabilities.
Algeria and Slovenia have initiated a space cooperation framework, with SkyLabs identified as a strategic partner for satellite technology. Bilateral meetings, led by the Slovenian Space Office, focused on collaboration in satellite constellations. The partnership will soon be formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost both countries’ space programs.
Pakistan’s Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) is set to launch the EO-1 satellite, developed entirely by Pakistani engineers. This milestone in the country’s space journey highlights its growing capabilities in space technology and will aid sectors like agriculture, environmental monitoring, urban planning, and disaster management.
Space42 has secured a $5.1 billion contract with the UAE government to extend communication services for 17 more years. The company will launch Al Yah 4 and Al Yah 5 satellites in 2027 and 2028, enhancing government communications across multiple regions. Space42 aims to strengthen its role in secure space technology.
Spazers has partnered with Southern Cross Space to offer high-resolution satellite imagery and advanced analytics, enhancing space capabilities in Oman. This collaboration will support Oman’s growing space sector, aligning with the government’s goal to increase the sector’s GDP contribution and bolster its digital economy.
Yahsat, a subsidiary of Space42, is set to launch seven satellites for the UAE’s Earth Observation Space Programme. The first satellite, Foresight 1, was launched last August. This initiative supports the UAE’s goal of becoming a leader in the space sector and drives innovation in technology.
Space42 has launched in Dubai as a result of the merger between Yahsat and Bayanat, creating one of the largest publicly listed space technology companies globally. The company aims to enhance satellite communications and AI capabilities, focusing on innovative solutions for the UAE’s growing space economy.
