World Astronomy Day 2022
MAY 7, 2022
Annually on 7th May, astronomy enthusiasts and professionals get together to share their knowledge and love of astronomical studies with the general public. It’s also a time to appreciate the great minds that have continuously developed the mechanics and dynamics that fuel modern astronomy.
This year, Leo Sky Africa, Mars Society Kenya, AASK Amateur Astronomy Society of Kenya, Kibera Aeronautics & Space Academy – KASA and Space Generation Advisory Council collaborated to host an event in Kibera to celebrate the World Astronomy Day.
The theme of the event was ‘The Past, The present and the Future of Astronomy in Kenya’ and which was delivered by the following invited panelists;
Ms. Malkia Kelelue (Space Science & Astronomy Officer – Kenya Space Agency), Mr. Carringtone Kinyanjui (Astronomy & Astrophysics) and Dr. Willice Obonyo (Lecturer – Astrophysics & Space Science; Technical University of Kenya).
They tackled three extensive questions that covered close to 3 hours of the event. These topics were; Problem Facing Africa Space activities, What more can we do to increase Space activities and Big opportunities for Kenya.
A star gazing session concluded the event, thanks to Kenya Space Agency who availed a powerful telescope and the audience took turns in looking at the Moon and stars.
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