1970 Press Photo Black Africa's first Earth satellite communications station

Black Africa's first Earth satellite communications station was opened today November 12 1970 by President Kenyatta of Kenya who christened it Longonot satellite station after a nearby dormant volcano. Here in Kenyas rift valley stoneage and spaceage meet

Photo measures 9.75 x 6.75 inches.

Photo is dated 11-16-1970.

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