Türkiye to build spaceport in Somalia for rocket, missile tests
![]() 1969 Tuesday, 05 August, 2025, 18:17 Türkiye is set to construct a spaceport in Somalia, marking a significant step in its space and defense ambitions, officials announced. The facility, led by the Türkiye Space Agency (TUA), will serve as a launch site for rockets and a testing ground for long-range missiles, with construction expected to begin soon. In December 2024, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud announced the project in Mogadishu, highlighting its role as a collaborative effort with Türkiye. According to Türkiye Daily, the Türkiye Space Agency will oversee the development of the spaceport, which is poised to become Africa’s first space launch facility. A 900-square-kilometer area along the Indian Ocean coast has been allocated for the project, with its equatorial location ideal for efficient space launches. The spaceport’s construction is expected to commence following a bidding process in the coming weeks. Authorities project completion within two years, with costs estimated at $350 million across multiple phases. The facility’s strategic position near the equator will allow launches with less fuel and greater payload capacity, officials said. |
Türkiye to build spaceport in Somalia for rocket, missile tests
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