INDIA: THE Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Tanzania’s growing interest in space exploration and satellite technology, particularly among the nation’s young scientists and engineers.
The partnership comes as St Joseph University of Tanzania intensifies its efforts to advance cutting-edge space technologies.
Speaking during a recent familiarisation visit for journalists from East and Southern Africa, organised by India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), ISRO’s Associate Scientific Secretary, Mr Victor Joseph, emphasised the need to empower the next generation of Tanzanian space enthusiasts.
ISRO’s renewed commitment aims to foster collaboration and provide critical expertise and resources to help nurture the growing interest in space research and satellite development in the region.
“We recognise the immense potential in Tanzania’s youths and are eager to collaborate in areas that will cultivate local talent and contribute to global advancements in space technology,” he said.
He added; “Supporting young scientists and engineers is vital for Tanzania’s future in space exploration and we are committed to keep partnering with academic institutions like St Joseph University to provide the necessary guidance and technological exchange.”
He said at the forefront of this initiative is St Joseph University’s Nano-satellite project, initiated in 2020. The ambitious project is a key part of the university’s efforts to place Tanzania on the map as a leading force in space technology and satellite development in Africa.
The Nano-satellite project aims to design and build a CubeSat satellite to address the unique challenges faced by Tanzania, as a developing country with limited resources.
Mr Joseph said ISRO’s commitment also highlights the critical need to support young Tanzanians with the skills and training necessary to thrive in the rapidly evolving space sector.
He added that by fostering such talent, Tanzania could develop a new generation of engineers, scientists and space experts who can contribute to both national and continental goals for space exploration.
He noted that space technology has the power to tackle various pressing issues, such as climate change, disaster management and resource monitoring and that Tanzania’s youths can play a pivotal role in leveraging these technolog
