Country: Sudan
Active: Yes
Native Name: الهيئة العامة للاستشعار عن بعد السودانية
Abbreviation: RSA
Founding Year: 1977
Description:
The Sudanese Remote Sensing Authority (RSA), established in 1977 and rebranded in 1996, operates under the National Center for Research and the Ministry of Science and Technology. It focuses on remote sensing, geoinformatics, and GPS tomanage natural resources, monitor the environment, and handle disaster management.
In November 2019, Sudan launched its first satellite, the Sudan Remote Sensing Satellite (SRSS)-1, using a Chinese Long March 4B rocket. This satellite supports civil and national security missions by providing vital data for agriculture,environmental monitoring, and natural resource exploration, marking a significant advancement in Sudan's space capabilities.
Headquarters Location: Khartoum, Sudan
Mission Statement: To propose and implement policies related to space science and technology, coordinate local and international efforts in space technology, conduct scientific research on the application of space technologies, provide specialized training, and offer expert consultations to enhance Sudan’s capabilities in the space sector.
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