Report on regional co-operation seminar for education and development in Africa using space communication : Addis Ababa, 27 September -1 October 1976

Abstract

The report summarizes the proceedings of the 1976 Regional Co-operation Seminar for Education and Development in Africa using space communication, held in Addis Ababa. The seminar reviewed progress in satellite communication since 1973, shared knowledge on global satellite systems, and discussed African projects in Algeria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and Nigeria. Key topics included the feasibility of multipurpose satellite systems for education and development, regional cooperation, and the potential of satellite technology to address educational and developmental challenges in Africa. Recommendations included conducting national feasibility studies, seeking international funding, and establishing a multinational experiment for satellite-based instruction. The seminar emphasized the importance of regional collaboration and the integration of national systems into a broader regional framework.