There are currently 17 amateur astronomy clubs in Africa. You can go to meetings, attend viewing nights, camp at star parties, learn how to use a telescope, and promote public outreach for stargazing and learning the night sky.

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Dark sky locations in Africa

Astronomy clubs often use dark sky sites as their preferred viewing locations if nearby. Here are the internationally-recognized dark-sky parks, reserves, and sanctuaries in Africa that are ideal for stargazing. Also see Dark sky sites.

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