Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 10 March 2026 – Safaricom Ethiopia today hosted a delegation from the Ethiopian Space Science Society (ESSS) at their headquarters, highlighting a shared commitment to utilizing space science and modern telecommunications to empower young students and professionals across the country.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 10 March 2026 – Safaricom Ethiopia today hosted a delegation from the Ethiopian Space Science Society (ESSS) at their headquarters, highlighting a shared commitment to utilizing space science and modern telecommunications to empower young students and professionals across the country.
The visit underscores the growing synergy between Ethiopia's leading scientific and technological organizations. During the meeting, both entities introduced their core focus areas and identified strong common interests. The ESSS delegation highlighted the society's significant role in national space infrastructure development, its vast public outreach engagements, and the strength of its nationwide membership base.
Andualem Admassie (PhD) Chief External Affairs Officer of Safaricom Ethiopia
Welcoming the ESSS delegation, Safaricom Ethiopia leadership engaged in highly productive discussions on how to effectively bridge telecommunications and space science. The dialogue centered on leveraging Safaricom's rapidly expanding network footprint and technological capabilities alongside ESSS's scientific initiatives to create high-impact educational and professional opportunities.
Mr. Kirubel Menberu - Managing Director of ESSS ( Left ) - Mr. Lealem Kinfe ( Deputy Manager of ESSS ) ( right )
The proposed avenues for collaboration align directly with the foundational motto of the ESSS: "Ethiopia Shall become a scientific society." By combining resources, both organizations aim to build technical capacity, foster innovation, and increase the accessibility of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) resources nationwide.
Both the ESSS delegates and Safaricom Ethiopia leadership expressed strong excitement for future collaborations, recognizing that integrating cutting-edge connectivity with space science outreach will play a pivotal role in shaping Ethiopia’s digital and scientific transformation.
