An analysis of Africa’s telescope and Observatory Capacities

The 1m MarLy Telescope in Burkina Faso

Africa’s strategic size and location make the continent an astronomy treasure hove. Seven of the 13 countries on the equator are located in Africa. Furthermore, Africa hosts one of the southernmost regions of the Globe, making it a suitable location for southern sky observation, a feature which has not gone unnoticed. This analysis explores Africa’s...

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