Mt. Meru Astronomical Observatory
Science Motivation for the Next Generation | Motivation ya Sayansi kwa Kizazi kijacho
2024 was a year that included teacher training workshops, visitors to our observatory, and our own teachers and staff attending workshops and conference in other countries. Here is a brief list: 202403 – MMAO Student Workshop, March 2024 202404 – AFAS Morocco 202405 – Ancient Wisdom by Eliatosha 202407 – Mt. Meru Saddle Road Radio …
About OSEO The Organization for Science, Education, and Observatory (OSEO) in Meru District, Tanzania is the governing body and operator of the Mt. Meru Astronomical Observatory (MMAO). From 2014 through 2019 OSEO worked with Telescopes to Tanzania, a project of Astronomers Without Borders, to develop, construct, and manage the physical observatory. As of 2020 the …
In the last period, we learned how our ancient predecessors managed their lives using different types of stars, such as the Pleiades, for daily activities like agriculture and breeding. They understood different times, such as periods of plenty for their livestock, and responded to natural disasters like floods and hurricanes based on their knowledge of …
Engalaoni Primary School, nestled in the Arusha region has recently embarked on a fascinating journey into the cosmos, intertwining astronomy with the rich tapestry of Maasai culture. Spearheaded by their passionate Science teacher, Mr. Eliatosha Maleko, the students have delved into the celestial realm through the establishment of a vibrant Science Club. In a community …
“What a wonderful surprise it was to learn that we have an observatory in Arusha–near Arusha National Park–that has the largest telescope in East Africa! It’s a small but well-equipped and well-maintained facility directed by the charming Mr. Elineema Nasarri, a gifted, enthusiastic, and very knowledgeable teacher. The goal of the Mount Meru Astronomical Observatory …
On December 23, 2023 Kai, Elineema, and Mponda simultaneously received an email from the contact form on this website. It was from David Tan, an engineer who owns and operates a cafe in Dar es Salaam. He asked for a visit to the MMAO observatory. Given the close proximity to Christmas, Kai attempted to relieve …
Elineema Nassari, Director at MMAO, was awarded travel, lodging, and attendance of the African regional Shaw-IAU meeting hosted by the International Astronomers Union Office of Astronomy for Development on the campus of the South Africa Astronomical Observatory, Cape Town, South Africa. The workshop was from November 3-5, 2023. Elineema writes, “This was a unique opportunity …
At the African Reginal SHAW-IAU workshop MMAO Director Elineema Nassari was given a Galileoscope. Elineema brought it to the Astronomy club at Makumira school, where he was a former teacher. The students assembled and used the telescope, a permanent donation to their programs.
The Mt. Meru Astronomical Observatory Ambassadors, both local and international work to support and expand the capacity of the MMAO observatory and its educational program. Mponda Malozo Mponda is a life-long Tanzanian amateur astronomer and passionate educator who sees astronomy as a powerful gateway to science. He worked closely with Chuck and Sue Ruehle from …
With my family Lindah and her son Liam, Bernard and Truphena again in their home in Nairobi Kenya, I returned my focus to the setting the telescope in its final position. I was joined by Telescopes to Tanzania Ambassadors Eliatosha, Elineema, Eliona, Pendaeli, and Zacharia, and Ailanga students David and [need to recall names] for …