Astronomical Society of Southern Africa

Astronomical Society of Southern Africa
Formation
  • Cape Astronomical Association - 1912 (1912)
  • Johannesburg Astronomical Association - 1918 (1918)
  • Astronomical Society of South Africa - 1922 (1922)
  • Astronomical Society of Southern Africa - 1956 (1956)
Websitehttps://assa.saao.ac.za/

The Astronomical Society of Southern Africa (ASSA), formed in 1922, is a widespread body consisting of both amateur and professional astronomers. There are eight autonomous centres throughout Southern Africa.