The Ethiopian Space Science and Technology Institute (ESSTI) and the International Astronomical Union have renewed their agreement to continue hosting the East African Regional Office of Astronomy for Development (EA ROAD) in Addis Ababa for the next 5 years
The office played a major role in organizing events celebrating the June 2020 annual solar eclipse in East Africa and Ethiopia. In Ethiopia, the event was organized by ESSTI, EA-ROAD, Ethiopian Space Science Society, Ministry of Culture and Tourism and Kotebe Metropolitan University. EA-ROAD cooperated and work closely with African Astronomical Society, Astronomer without Border, Korean Astronomy and Space Institute, US Embassy in Addis Ababa, Embassy of USA, South Korea, and Ethiopian Airlines
The EA ROAD director participated and presented in the Global Hands on Universe- GHOU2020 conference as well as the European Astronomical Society annual meeting
The office completed phase one of data collection for the Needs Assessment with a response from nearly 200 people. The responses will be analyzed to inform the strategic planning
Virtual meeting with officials from Ministry of Science and Technology of Laos PDR on Astronomical Infrastructure Development andAstronomy Trainings for students and teachers
The Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory and the IAU have renewed their agreement to host the South West and Central Asian Regional Office for another 5 years