SKA ObservatoryBuilding the two largest telescope arrays in the world, located in South Africa and Australia, made possible through a global collaboration. Latest news ‘Dazzling array of science’ detailed in new SKAO book August 2026 Introduction A new anthology of SKA Observatory science has been released presenting an up-to-date picture of the vast range of astronomical... France becomes the 14th member state of SKA Observatory June 2026 Introduction France has become the newest member of the SKA Observatory, the 14th country to join the intergovernmental organisation. New SKAO Director-General Prof. Jessica Dempsey takes up post June 2026 Introduction Prof. Jessica Dempsey has begun her tenure as director-general of the SKA Observatory, starting a five-year term from 1 June... All news SKA-Low Exploring the Universe from Australia SKA-Mid Studying the cosmos from South Africa Science goalsPushing the boundaries of science Contact: The SKAO's magazineRead the latest edition now Cosmic Echoes Visit the virtual exhibition of Indigenous art Our construction journey The journey to build a mega-science project Team SKA Meet the members of team SKA Big data Handling a deluge of big data SKA-Low's first glimpse of the Universe Find out more Sustainability Explore Impact beyond science Explore our impact map