RASCOM Director General pays courtesy call on Nilesat CEO, eyes collaboration to boost satellite technology in Africa

The Director General of the Regional African Satellite Communications Organization (RASCOM), Timothy Adi Ashong, has paid a courtesy call on the Chairman and CEO of Egypt's premier satellite operator Nilesat, Major General Sameh Katta. The visit, which took place on the sidelines of the just-ended New Space Horizon Conference held in Eygpt aimed at exploring opportunities for collaboration between RASCOM and Nilesat in accelerating satellite technology and growth in Africa.

According to Mr. Ashong, the visit was a step towards fostering a strong partnership between RASCOM and Nilesat, with the goal of driving the development of satellite technology in Africa. "We believe that by working together, we can unlock the vast potential of satellite technology to transform lives and economies across the continent," he said.

During the meeting, Mr. Ashong and the Nilesat CEO discussed various areas of collaboration, including capacity building, technology transfer, and joint projects. They also explored ways to leverage each other's strengths to enhance the reach and impact of satellite services in Africa.

The visit also afforded Mr. Ashong the opportunity to meet with other key officials of Nilesat, including the newly appointed CEO of Technical Office, Michael Essam and Ahmed Hafez, Strategic Planning Manager and CEO Technical Bureau. These meetings provided valuable insights into Nilesat's operations and strategies and paved the way for future collaboration.

By collaborating with Nilesat, RASCOM aims to tap into Egypt's rich expertise and experience in satellite technology, and to explore new opportunities for cooperation and knowledge sharing.

The partnership is expected to yield significant benefits for Africa, including improved access to satellite services, enhanced connectivity, and increased economic opportunities.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye