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Africa Initiative for Planetary and Space Sciences

by David Baratoux, H. Chennaoui-Aoudjehane, R. Gibson, A. Lamali, W. U. Reimold, M. S. Sapah, M. C. Chabou, J. B. Habarulema, M. W. Jessell, A. Mogessie, Z. Benkhaldoun, E. Nkhonjera, N. C. Mukosi, M. Kaire, P. Rochette, A. Sickafoose, J. Martínez-Frías, A. Hofmann, L. Folco, A. P. Rossi, G. Faye, K. Kolenberg, K. Tekle, D. Belhai, M. Elyajouri, C. Koeberl and M. M. Abdeen

Elevating planetary and space sciences across Africa could help nations reach their development goals. Efforts will require collaboration, creativity, efficient planning, and political will.

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The State of Planetary and Space Sciences in Africa

by David Baratoux, H. Chennaoui-Aoudjehane, R. Gibson, A. Lamali, W. U. Reimold, M. S. Sapah, M. C. Chabou, J. B. Habarulema, M. W. Jessell, A. Mogessie, Z. Benkhaldoun, E. Nkhonjera, N. C. Mukosi, M. Kaire, P. Rochette, A. Sickafoose, J. Martínez-Frías, A. Hofmann, L. Folco, A. P. Rossi, G. Faye, K. Kolenberg, K. Tekle, D. Belhai, M. Elyajouri, C. Koeberl and M. M. Abdeen

Africa has an enormous potential to provide insights into planetary and space sciences, but it has remained largely untapped. Fostering a new generation of scientists promises far-reaching benefits.