The satellite, according to Dr Solomon, has improved resolution features that would enable it to capture and send high-quality images to its command centre in Addis Ababa. “The first satellite couldn’t cover all territories of Ethiopia but the second satellite will fill these gaps,” Dr Solomon said. “We are also exchanging our satellite data with many other countries especially in Asia.”Ethiopia plans to launch more satellites into space, including a communication satellite next year. “We have good collaboration with our neighbors including Kenya, Sudan, Rwanda and other African countries and further with Asian and European countries,” Dr Solomon said. “We have developed the platform and any country or research teams can request us for satellite data online.

Source: Ethiopian News September 30, 2020 15:52 UTC