Astronomy at Namibia Scientific Society

23/06/2026

On the morning of 11 June at 02h00 UT, there was a bright bolide (an extremely bright meteor) seen over northern Namibia. If it was observed and possibly by surveillance videos which captured it. Pleasedrop us a note.

01/06/2026

Check out our Astro News for June!
Winter skies are putting on a spectacular show this June. From a dazzling close encounter between Venus and Jupiter to the arrival of the winter solstice and breathtaking views of the Milky Way arching overhead, there is plenty for skywatchers to enjoy. This month's Astro News also explores the fascinating southern constellation Musca, home to exotic objects including a black hole system and striking planetary nebulae. Whether you're an experienced observer or simply enjoy looking up, June offers some memorable celestial sights.
View the Astro News June 2026 to find out more: https://www.namscience.com/article/astro-news-june-2026
Clear skies and happy star gazing!

30/05/2026

See you all tonight! 🌔🔭

Reminder!

Sidewalk Astronomy: Moon Edition
Join us for an evening under the night sky as we bring telescopes to The Grove Mall for a closer look at the Moon.

📍 Location: The Grove Mall – outside area in front of Spur and Mugg & Bean
📅 Date: Saturday, 30 May
🕖 Time: From 19:00 onwards

Free and open to the public.

09/03/2026

CALL FOR WSW 2026 POSTER CONCEPTS

Every year, the world celebrates the power of space science and technology to improve life on Earth during World Space Week. In 2026, the theme “Rocket Revolution” highlights a new era where launching rockets is no longer limited to a few nations. Space is now within reach of universities, small companies, and even student teams.

The National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST) invites all Namibians who are passionate about storytelling and space science to submit creative poster concepts that bring this exciting theme to life.

Winning Prize: N$ 2,500

Submit Poster Concept: 13 March 2026

Feedback on Poster
Concept: 18 March 2026

Submit Final Poster: 25 March 2026

Send entries to: [email protected]

Enquiries: [email protected]

Be part of the Rocket Revolution. Your design could represent Namibia during World Space Week 2026!

20/01/2026

If you missed the EIA meeting on the Africa Millimetre Telescope (AMT) Telescope on 4 December 2025 and would like to know more about it, then watch it on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/L9HxHNOPqqs

Resilient Environment Solutions held a public meeting on the African Millimetre Telescope (AMT), planned for Farm Göllschau as part of the global Event Horizon Telescope network.
Representatives form Radboud University and UNAM shared updates on the project and its significance for Namibia.
The session also includes an overview of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, with an opportunity for interested and affected parties to give input.

Please note: The opinions expressed during presentations, films or events are not necessarily by the Society.

09/01/2026

New year, new website!

If you haven’t already, click the link in our bio (https://hess-experiment.eu) to visit our new website and learn more about the H.E.S.S. experiment, our members, and our mission! Amongst other things, the website is also updated with all of our recent publications, and the ‘Source of the Month’, where each month we share details about a recent interesting source in the gamma-ray universe!

Image Credit: Vikas Chander

15/12/2025

05/12/2025

This month’s night sky offers some beautiful highlights, even as Mercury, Venus, and Mars slip too close to the Sun to observe. Jupiter is now visible after midnight and Saturn shines in the evening sky, while the Milky Way forms a stunning full 360° arc from a clear vantage point. The Large Magellanic Cloud is well placed for viewing in the southern sky, with the impressive Tarantula Nebula visible through binoculars. Our Constellation of the Month explores the enduring mystery of the Star of Bethlehem and the astronomical events that may have inspired this ancient account.

View the Astro News December 2025 to find out more: www.namscience.com/article/astro-news-december-2025

We thank Lutz von Dewitz for compiling this information.

Clear skies and happy star gazing!