Girls Shine at Nigeria-Astronomers Without Borders Astronomy Camp
Read MoreIn Nigeria, there are fewer science learning opportunities than in many other countries. Gender inequality, due to religious and communal customs, can have grave consequences; only 20% of women in northern Nigeria are literate.
Olayinka Fagbemiro is the Astronomers Without Borders National Coordinator for Nigeria. She and her team organize astronomy camps that use space and astronomy to inspire girls and to increase their interest in science and technology. Olayinka and her team reach about 100 girls at each camp.
Telescopes To Tanzania Journey Continues
Read MoreOur Telescopes To Tanzania project is coming together with assembly & installation of the new telescope for the nation's new astronomical observatory and education centre. Check out daily updates from Kai Staats, who is on site, as the dream finally comes true!
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