RASCOM signs MoU with Senegal Space Study Agency (ASES) to harness Senegal satellite communication solutions

The Regional Africa Satellite Communication Organization (RASCOM) and the Senegal Space Study Agency (ASES), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the ongoing African Union (AU) – European Union (EU) Dialogue in Dakar, Senegal.

Signed by the Acting Director-General of the Regional Africa Satellite Communication Organization (RASCOM), Timothy Adi Ashong and the Director General of Senegal Space Study Agency (ASES), Dr. Maram Kaire, the MoU is aimed at enhancing and expediting Senegal’s digitization initiatives by harnessing the capabilities of satellite communication solutions.

It’s also expected to revolutionize various sectors of the Senegalese economy and help bridge the digital gap by leveraging advanced satellite communication technologies and bringing essential services to even the remote and underserved areas of the country.

Officials believe that the MoU signifies Senegal’s commitment to staying at the forefront of space technology and innovation in Africa, aligning with the broader vision of the African Union-European Union Dialogue to foster cooperation and growth, hence paving the way for improved connectivity, data access, and information dissemination, ultimately driving economic development and societal progress in Senegal.

The three-day high-level AU-EU Space Dialogue attended by governments, industry stakeholders, and operators will serve as a platform where stakeholders from the two continents will be collaborating and sharing knowledge on significant projects in various critical areas.

By: Nana Appiah Acquaye